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Michigan State football nabs transfer TE Daniel Barker from Illinois

Mel Tucker continues to mine the transfer portal for talent.

Tight end Daniel Barker announced his commitment to Michigan State football on Monday.

A three-star prospect from Fort Lauderdale, Florida in the 2018 class, he spent four seasons at Illinois.

"Did It With A Voice No Remorse, Glad I Made A Choice #GoGreen," Barker wrote on his Twitter account.

At 6 feet 4 and 230 pounds, Barker played 28 career games with the Illini, catching 64 for 827 yards and 11 touchdowns. Last season in eight games, he had 18 receptions for 202 yards and four scores.