Taylor Hodges

Joined: Feb 22, 2024

Award-winning sports editor, writer, columnist, and photographer with 15 years’ experience offering his opinion and insight about the sports world in Mississippi and Texas, but he was taken to Razorback pep rallies at Billy Bob's Texas in Fort Worth before he could walk. Taylor has covered all levels of sports, from small high schools in the Mississippi Delta to NFL games. Follow Taylor on Twitter and Facebook.

Mississippi State Bulldogs mascot Bully during the first quarter against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Bank of America Stadium.

Baseball

Mississippi State travels to Arkansas for a top-five SEC baseball showdown. Find the game times, TV channel and pitching matchups here.

Mississippi State Catcher Des Rivera (#23) during the game between Southeast Missouri and Mississippi State at Nusz Park in Starkville, MS.

All Things State

Mississippi State hosts No. 1 Tennessee to open SEC softball play. Here’s what to know about the weekend series.

Mississippi State Pitcher Duke Stone (#11) during the game between the Lipscomb Bison and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

Baseball

SEC baseball opens conference play with several ranked matchups. Here are the most compelling series to watch this weekend.

Mississippi State Bulldogs forward Jamarion Davis-Fleming (0) dunks over Florida Gators forward Alex Condon (21) during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

Basketball

Mississippi State’s offseason begins after its SEC Tournament exit. Here are three players the Bulldogs must keep heading into next season.

Baseball

Mississippi State travels to Arkansas to begin SEC play. Here’s a full breakdown of the Bulldogs’ and Razorbacks’ weekend pitching rotations.

Mississippi State Pitcher Tomas Valincius (#4) during the game between the Lipscomb Bisons and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

Baseball

Mississippi State left-hander Tomas Valincius has been named to the National Pitcher of the Year watch list after a strong start to the 2026 season.

McComb wide receiver Sheldon Isaac with Mississippi State coach Jeff Lebby.

Football

Mississippi State remains a top contender for McComb receiver Sheldon Isaac after the fast-rising prospect trimmed his recruitment to seven schools.

Auburn Tigers forward Sebastian Williams-Adams (33) dribbles against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first half at Bridgestone Arena.

Basketball

Mississippi State led early in the second half, but Auburn flipped the game with a dominant run to win 79-61 in the SEC Tournament opener.

Mississippi State Bulldogs mascot Bully waves a “Hail State” flag prior to the game against the Texas Longhorns at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

Football

Texas linebacker Braylon Williams, who holds more than 30 offers, has Mississippi State among his official visits as he narrows his recruitment.

Auburn Tigers forward KeShawn Murphy (3) and Mississippi State Bulldogs center Quincy Ballard (15) battle for a rebound during the first half at Humphrey Coliseum.

Basketball

The Bulldogs take on Auburn in the SEC Tournament opener. Here’s how to watch Wednesday’s game, including TV info, start time and odds.

Mississippi State pitcher Chris Billingsley celebrates a clean inning against Tulane in Biloxi.

Baseball

Mississippi State used eight pitchers and a late offensive surge to rally past Tulane 11-7, showcasing the depth of its bullpen ahead of SEC play.

Mississippi State pitcher Leila Ammon winds up for a pitching during game one of Tuesday's double-header against Southeast Missouri.

All Things State

Mississippi State softball swept Southeast Missouri Tuesday behind a Leila Ammon no-hitter and strong pitching performances across the doubleheader.

Taylor Hodges

Joined: Feb 22, 2024

Mississippi State Lands Early Visit With 2027 Top 10 Georgia OT

Mississippi State Tops No. 1 Tennessee on Dramatic Walk-Off Homer

How to Watch: No. 3 Mississippi State at No. 5 Arkansas SEC Baseball

Faircloth Shines but Mississippi State Falls to No. 1 Tennessee in Ninth-Inning Thriller

Baseball

Mississippi State vs Arkansas: How to Watch the SEC Opening Series

All Things State

Mississippi State Opens SEC Play With No. 1 Tennessee Visiting Nusz Park

Baseball

Ranking the Most Intriguing SEC Baseball Series of Opening Weekend

Basketball

Three Mississippi State Players the Bulldogs Must Keep This Offseason

Baseball

No. 3 Mississippi State and No. 5 Arkansas Set Weekend Pitching Rotations

Baseball

Mississippi State’s Tomas Valincius Named to National Pitcher of the Year Watch List

Football

Mississippi State Remains Strong Contender After Mississippi Receiver Cuts List

Basketball

Instant Reaction: Auburn’s Second-Half Run Sends Mississippi State Home

Texas Linebacker Sets Official Visit With Mississippi State

How to Watch Mississippi State vs. Auburn: TV Channel, Injuries, Odds

Mississippi State Leans on Bullpen in Comeback Victory Over Tulane

Leila Ammon’s No-Hitter Highlights Mississippi State Doubleheader Sweep