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          McDowell ends suspense, picks Spartans

          • Tom VanHaaren
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            Tom VanHaaren
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            • Graduated from Central Michigan
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          Feb 5, 2014, 03:24 PM

          Four-star defensive end Malik McDowell (Southfield, Mich./Southfield) committed to Michigan State on signing day. The No. 60 prospect in the ESPN 300 chose the Spartans over Florida State, Michigan and Ohio State.