Michigan State dropped a bombshell when it announced it was parting ways with athletic director Alan Haller. While the news will have ramifications and ripple effects across all MSU athletics, it will have a direct impact on the football program.

Athletic director Alan Haller's dismissal means Michigan State football coach Jonathan Smith's payment if he leaves for another job is cut in half.

After yesterday's decision on former Athletic Director Alan Haller's departure from Michigan State, ex-head Coach Jonathan Smith's buyout could be reduced by half.