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 Pitcher Maddox Miller (#20) during the game between the Arizona State Sun Devils and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX.

Baseball

The Bulldogs slipped in the national rankings after their first SEC series loss at Arkansas, though Mississippi State remains firmly inside the Top 10.

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

Football

Mississippi State made an early impression on 2027 OT Kennedee Jackson with a January visit and scholarship offer in Starkville.

Mississippi State players celebrate a 1-0 walk-off win against No. 1 Tennessee on Saturday.

All Things State

Mississippi State stunned unbeaten No. 1 Tennessee with a walk-off home run in a scoreless duel in front of a record crowd.

Mississippi State Infielder Gehrig Frei (#34) during the game between the Lipscomb Bisons and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

Baseball

The Bulldogs and Razorbacks continue their top-five SEC showdown with a double-header on Saturday. Find the game times, TV channel and pitching matchups here.

Mississippi State pitcher Alyssa Faircloth reacts after a pitch against No. 1 Tennessee on Friday.

All Things State

Mississippi State went toe-to-toe with No. 1 Tennessee for most of the night before a ninth-inning homer gave the top-ranked Vols the edge.

Mississippi State Infielder Ryder Woodson (#9) during the game between the Lipscomb Bison and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

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.

Taylor Hodges

Joined: Feb 22, 2024

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Baseball

Bulldogs Fall in Top 25 Following Series Loss at Arkansas

Football

Mississippi State Lands Early Visit With 2027 Top 10 Georgia OT

All Things State

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

Baseball

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All Things State

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

Three Mississippi State Players the Bulldogs Must Keep This Offseason

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

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

Mississippi State Remains Strong Contender After Mississippi Receiver Cuts List