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 pitcher Parker Rhodes winds up for a pitch during a 17-1 win against Jackson State.

Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby during the first quarter against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Bank of America Stadium.

Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor during the game between the Alcorn State Braves and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

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.

Ridgeland (Miss.) safety Trae Collins with Mississippi State assistant coach Kevie Thompson.

Football

Mississippi State will host Ridgeland safety Trae Collins for an official visit in June as the Bulldogs try to land one of Mississippi’s top 2027 prospects.

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Darius Slay Jr. (2) against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome.

Football

Six-time Pro Bowler Darius Slay, who starred at Mississippi State before becoming an NFL standout, announced his retirement Monday.

Mississippi State's Tomas Valincius against Arkansas

Baseball

Mississippi State’s Tomas Valincius was named SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week after throwing seven shutout innings in a win over Arkansas.

Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O'Connor during the game between the Lipscomb Bison and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.

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.

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.

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.

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