Michigan State football adds 4-star safety Ty'ire Clark

Spartans continue to build impressive 2027 recruiting class under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 12:35am

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Michigan State football has landed a commitment from 4-star safety Ty'ire Clark, the latest addition to the Spartans' highly-ranked 2027 recruiting class. Clark, a top-100 national prospect, chose Michigan State over offers from several other top programs.

Why it matters

The Spartans are looking to bounce back after a down season in 2026, and building a strong recruiting class is crucial for new head coach Pat Fitzgerald to get the program back on track. Landing a blue-chip safety like Clark is a major win on the recruiting trail.

The details

Ty'ire Clark, a 6-foot-2, 195-pound safety from Southfield, Michigan, is ranked as the No. 78 overall prospect in the 2027 class by 247Sports. He chose the Spartans over offers from schools like Michigan, Ohio State, and Penn State. Clark is known for his physicality and range in the secondary, and he should provide an immediate boost to Michigan State's defensive backfield.

  • Clark announced his commitment to Michigan State on April 5, 2026.
  • He is part of the Spartans' 2027 recruiting class, the first full class for new head coach Pat Fitzgerald.

The players

Ty'ire Clark

A 4-star safety from Southfield, Michigan who is ranked as the No. 78 overall prospect in the 2027 recruiting class.

Pat Fitzgerald

The new head coach of the Michigan State football program, taking over in 2026 after a successful tenure at Northwestern.

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What they’re saying

“Ty'ire is a perfect fit for our defense and our program. He's a physical, versatile player who will make an immediate impact.”

— Pat Fitzgerald, Head Coach, Michigan State Football

What’s next

Clark will enroll at Michigan State in the summer of 2027 and is expected to compete for a starting job in the Spartans' secondary right away.

The takeaway

Michigan State's 2027 recruiting class is shaping up to be one of the best in the Big Ten, as new coach Pat Fitzgerald continues to bring in top talent to East Lansing. Landing a player of Ty'ire Clark's caliber is a major coup for the Spartans as they look to return to prominence in the conference.