Michigan State has its quarterback for the Class of 2016.

The one-time Michigan commitment said he ultimately chose Michigan State over Louisville, Kentucky, Mississippi State and several others.

Just moments ago during a ceremony at Huber Heights (Ohio) Wayne High, four-star Messiah DeWeaver made his commitment to Michigan State public. The commitment was expected for some time and as it turns out, the Spartan in charge got the news before anyone else.

"I talked to Coach D (Dantonio) today at 8:30 a.m.," DeWeaver told Spartan Tailgate on Tuesday afternoon. "He was very excited. He believes I can be great and lead them to championships with my unique skill set."

The 6-foot-3, 202-pound DeWeaver was asked to let the Green and White faithful know what he’ll bring to the program.

"A leader and a winner,” DeWeaver said. “I can stay in the pocket and deliver and if the play breaks down I can escape and make plays. I can also run the ball, too, with my body development."

The one-time Michigan commitment said he ultimately chose Michigan State over Louisville, Kentucky, Mississippi State and several others. DeWeaver was still verbally committed to Michigan the first time he went to East Lansing for a visit. It was an impactful one.

"I knew Michigan State University was the right school in early December when I visited," DeWeaver said. "I knew then."

DeWeaver said he has been actively recruiting others to join him in Green and White.

"I'm recruiting Justin Layne, Abdul Adams, Donnie Corley, Thiyo Lukusa, Michael Jordan, Chris Evans, Austin Mack and Austin Andrews," DeWeaver said. "It's time to recruit one of the best classes in the country."

DeWeaver is Michigan State's third verbal commitment in the class, joining Hinsdale (Ill.) Central offensive lineman Matt Allen and Sicklerville (N.J.) Timber Creek wide receiver Cameron Chambers.

Keep it locked in to Spartan Tailgate for more on this huge pickup for Dantonio and Co. ...

