Michigan State football lands commitment from 3-star RB Makhi Frazier

Michigan State football picked up its first commitment of the Jonathan Smith era in three-star running back Makhi Frazier.

Jonathan Smith and Co. picked up their first commitment with Michigan State football early on Tuesday afternoon.

Makhi Frazier, a three-star prospect according to the 247Sports composite rankings, announced his commitment to Michigan State via Twitter. Coming out of McKinney, Texas, Frazier will be heading north to play in East Lansing.

Frazier stands 5-foot-11, 215 pounds, and is explosive with the ball in his hands. On tape, he’s shown an ability to find holes in the offensive line. When there aren’t any holes, Frazier has enough speed to get to the edge to run around defenders. When it’s not possible, he can lower his shoulder and get extra yards through contact.

BREAKING: #MichiganState lands 2024 RB Makhi Frazier from Frisco (TX).

The former #OregonState commit is a very underrated power-runner that also has great burst, elusiveness & value in the passing game. He also has violent tape as a LB.

Watch his different skill-sets below: pic.twitter.com/zQyY4Cvs52

— Justin Thind (@JustinThind) December 12, 2023

Statistically, Frazier was in a bit of a unique situation. Due to the high level of competition down in Texas, he only recorded the fourth-most carries on his team. Totaling 39 carries for 177 yards and four touchdowns, according to The Dallas Morning News.

Perhaps one of Frazier’s most admirable traits is his versatility. Not only did he show great potential at running back, he put together a more impressive season at linebacker. In his film he proves that he could be a sure tackler in the box. His fast, downhill playing style highlights his aggressive mindset while on the field. If running back doesn’t work out for Frazier while at MSU, there could always be a defensive role as a backup plan. While it isn’t likely he’d move due to his lack of height, there is always a chance he could play a hybrid LB/S type of role.

The running back position has a strong recent history at MSU with the likes of Le’Veon Bell, Jeremy Langford, and Kenneth Walker. Could Makhi Frazier be the next star ball carrier at MSU? Only time will tell, but he definitely has the potential. Jonathan Smith’s offenses are a lot better when there are talented backs to stabilize the ground game, so hopefully Frazier can do just that.

The Spartans beat out a number of schools for Makhi, including Arkansas, Missouri, and Minnesota. Frazier’s commitment could be the first of many for Smith and his new staff in the days leading up to Early Signing Day.

Go Green.