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Seven Former Spartans Prepare for NFL Playoffs

EAST LANSING, Mich. – Seven former Michigan State players – Pittsburgh running back Le’Veon Bell, Houston linebacker Max Bullough, Oakland quarterback Connor Cook, Houston defensive tackle Joel Heath, Miami cornerback Tony Lippett, Houston wide receiver Keith Mumphery and Miami tight end Dion Sims – are scheduled to participate in the 2017 NFL Playoffs.

The seven former MSU players, representing four different teams (Houston, Miami, Oakland and Pittsburgh), will all be in action during this upcoming Wild Card Weekend (Jan. 7-8).

Wild Card Weekend Schedule (games involving former Spartans)

Saturday, Jan.