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Michigan State strong contender for LB transfer target Quavaris Crouch

Former Tennessee linebacker Quavaris Crouch remains one of the more intriguing prospects in the transfer portal nationally, and also for Michigan State interests, this spring.

Crouch, a former four-star recruit and Top 100 prospect from Charlotte, N.C., entered the portal in January after the firing of former Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt.

Michigan State made quick contact with Crouch, gained his interest and by many accounts the Spartans became a strong contender to land his services for 2021 - maybe the strongest contender.

There were rumors that Crouch was close to committing to Michigan State in March. The commitment didn’t take place, but the Spartans haven’t slipped in the Crouch chase. The Spartans have maintained strong communications with him and remain a key figure in his transfer interests.

Crouch has not granted interviews about his transfer situation. But Crouch’s high school coach, Sam Greiner, confirmed with SpartanMag.com that the Spartans are running strong with Crouch.

“Michigan State is in the driver’s seat,” said Greiner, who coached Crouch to a state championship at Charlotte (NC) Harding University High School in 2017 and remains a close mentor of Crouch’s.

Greiner said he speaks with Crouch at least twice a week.

“Crouch visited Michigan State one time and liked it,” Greiner said. “(He) thought everyone was genuine.”

New Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel has said the door is open for Crouch to return to Tennessee. It’s unclear whether Crouch is strongly considering that option. No other schools have emerged publicly as strong contenders. But the Spartans are in the thick of the hunt.

THE BOOK ON CROUCH

Crouch, 6-2, 235, started 10 games for the Volunteers last season. He finished third on the team in tackles with 57. He had three quarterback hurries and two forced fumbles.

In the final game of the 2020 season, he tied a career-high with 11 tackles against Kentucky.

As a true freshman in 2019, he played outside linebacker and inside linebacker. He also played running back in short yardage situations.

He started one game as a true freshman and finished the year with 28 tackles including one tackle for loss.

Coming out of Charlotte (N.C.) Harding University High School, Crouch was a 6.0 four-star recruit. He was ranked the No. 1 player in North Carolina by Rivals.com and No. 70 overall.

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