Taylor Hodges

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 performs before the game against the Mississippi Rebels at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

Antioch's Andre Adams (10) runs with the ball during the second round Class 6A playoff game between Antioch High School and Collierville High School in Collierville, Tenn., on November 14, 2025.

Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Awa Fane (8) drives to the basket Wednesday, March 4, 2026, during the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament first round game against the Florida Gators at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

Mississippi State Outfielder Jacob Parker (#2) and Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor during the game between the Jackson State Tigers and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

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

Mississippi State landed Dre Otey, a 6-foot-2 cornerback who is reclassifying to 2026 and accelerating his arrival in Starkville.

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

Baseball

The Bulldogs had one of their best weeks of the season, including a sweep of Vanderbilt, but saw no movement in the top 25.

Mississippi State pitcher Peja Goold warms up before a SEC game against Georgia in Athens.

All Things State

Georgia scored early and held off a late Mississippi State rally to win 7-4, handing the Bulldogs their first SEC series loss of the season.

Mississippi State players celebrate a first inning home run by Kevin Milewski in a 17-7 run-rule victory over Vanderbilt.

Baseball

Mississippi State’s offense exploded in a 17-7 win over Vanderbilt, combining for eight home runs in a 24-run slugfest.

The Mississippi State Bulldogs during the game between the Vanderbilt Commodores and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

Baseball

Mississippi State hosts Vanderbilt in a key SEC matchup. Here’s how to watch, including TV channel, first pitch time, pitching matchup and more.

Mississippi State Bulldogs mascot Bully rides onto the field prior to the game against the Texas Longhorns at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

Football

2027 receiver Javarious Griffin committed to Mississippi State after building a strong relationship with the staff and seeing his fit in Jeff Lebby’s system.

Mississippi State Outfielder Kinley Keller (#33) and Mississippi State Outfielder Kalani Sells (#42) during game 2 between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.

All Things State

Kiarra Sells and Kinley Keller powered a sixth-inning comeback as Mississippi State beat Georgia, backed by Alyssa Faircloth’s 11-strikeout complete game.

Mississippi State pitcher Tomas Valincius threw for 14 strikeouts in a series-clinching win against Vanderbilt at Dudy Noble Field.

Baseball

A record crowd at Dudy Noble Field watched Mississippi State dominate Vanderbilt 7-2 to take the series.

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

Mississippi State hosts Vanderbilt in a key SEC matchup. Here’s how to watch, including TV channel, first pitch time, pitching matchup and more.

Atlanta Falcons offensive guard Brandon Fusco (65) shown on the sideline against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Mississippi State added former NFL lineman Brandon Fusco as assistant offensive line coach, continuing its focus on rebuilding up front.

Mississippi State's Abby Grace Richardson celebrates a run scored against Georgia.

All Things State

Mississippi State did plenty right, but three errors in one inning allowed Georgia to flip the game in a tough road loss.

Mississippi State Outfielder Bryce Chance (#38) during the game between the Vanderbilt Commodores and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

Mississippi State got contributions across the board in a 4-2 win over Vanderbilt, showcasing the kind of complete game needed in SEC play.