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Valparaiso's Justus McNair and Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. Were Former Teammates

Valparaiso's Justus McNair and Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. Were Former Teammates
Sports Talents · 13:00:06 - Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Valparaiso University standout Justus McNair and Michigan State University star Jeremy Fears Jr. share a connection from their earlier playing days, according to a report by The Detroit News. McNair, described as a "hero" for Valpo, and Fears Jr., a prominent player for the Spartans, were teammates before their college careers diverged to different programs.

The story, written by Connor Earegood, highlights the link between the two players as they now compete at the Division I level for their respective universities. Valparaiso competes in the Missouri Valley Conference, while Michigan State is a member of the Big Ten Conference.

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