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Former Mississippi State Stars Are Finding Mixed Success After Transferring</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/where-are-they-now-former-mississippi-state-stars-are-finding-mixed-success-after-transferring-01m61rb5gbs3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m61rb5gbs3</guid><description>Mississippi State transfer portal departures are finding mixed fortunes in 2026, with former Bulldogs making impacts at Alabama, Memphis, Tulane and Northern Illinois.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:37:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2845,h_1600,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m61rfab2by3ezm5cpd.jpg" caption="Sep 6, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs offensive lineman Jayvin James (77) waits for the snap during the first quarter against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. 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Swann as Kamario Taylor’s Status Remains Uncertain</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-weighs-billy-puckett-a-j-swann-as-kamario-taylor-s-status-remains-uncertain-01m5ynj8awbx?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Lee Wardlaw</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5ynj8awbx</guid><description>As Mississippi State awaits word on Kamario Taylor’s status, the question is how the offense can regroup and adjust schematically for the Texas game on Saturday</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:51:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1665,h_936,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5xfsytxxm1pdgxxex.jpg" caption="Billy Puckett and AJ Swann will compete to start if Kamario Taylor cannot play at Texas. | Courtesy of Parker “Billy” Puckett / X"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Lee Wardlaw"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State Star Josh Hubbard Earns Spot on Prestigious Bob Cousy Award Top 20 List</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/basketball/mississippi-state-star-josh-hubbard-earns-spot-on-prestigious-bob-cousy-award-top-20-list?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5wvwcs563</guid><description>Mississippi State star Josh Hubbard makes the Bob Cousy Award preseason top 20 for the third straight year as he closes in on more program records.</description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:16:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3823,h_2150,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5wvxf4pwzwq9d1r75.jpg" caption="Feb 18, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts after a basket during the first half against the Auburn Tigers at Humphrey Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Four Reasons for Concern About Mississippi State After the Oklahoma Loss</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/four-reasons-for-concern-about-mississippi-state-after-the-oklahoma-loss-01m5wvb2rqmf?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Lee Wardlaw</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5wvb2rqmf</guid><description>Mississippi State’s 4-0 start provided reasons to believe the Bulldogs were turning a corner during a critical third season for Jeff Lebby. But after being shut</description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:09:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1280,h_720,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01k90tzpwzh2023r8jr9.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Fluff Bothwell against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark. | Nilsen Roman-DawgsonSI Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Lee Wardlaw"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State Gets Major Recognition From Texas Coach Steve Sarkisian</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-gets-major-recognition-from-texas-coach-steve-sarkisian?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5wtrrarah</guid><description>Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian knows Mississippi State presents a significant challenge, and he is making sure the Longhorns prepare accordingly ahead of thei</description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:55:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4331,h_2436,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5wv8h81er5k79y956.jpg" caption="Oct 25, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian and Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby shake hands prior to the game at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. 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Mateer has been i</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:54:58 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5070,h_2851,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5mztwrwhxrc9qa3dt.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA;  Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive line Kalvin Dinkins (35) takes down &#xA;Louisiana State Tigers wide receiver Winston Watkins (6) during the second half at Tiger Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tommy Tabler"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State vs. Oklahoma: Key Stats and Matchup Breakdown</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-vs-oklahoma-key-stats-and-matchup-breakdown?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Lee Wardlaw</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5ncjdnzxg</guid><description>When toe meets leather for a matchup of SEC teams on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. at Davis-Wade Stadium between 4-2 (2-2) Mississippi State and 3-3 (1-2) Oklahoma, two</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:07:46 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1280,h_720,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01k90tzpwqdsbpqt9a6d.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Jeff Lebby against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark. | Nilsen Roman-DawgsonSI Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Lee Wardlaw"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Mississippi State Is Struggling to Keep Up With SEC Recruiting Giants</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/why-mississippi-state-is-struggling-to-keep-up-with-sec-recruiting-giants?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5mxy47aac</guid><description>Mississippi State football faces major recruiting challenges in the SEC, from NIL competition and facilities to in-state battles with Ole Miss.</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:05:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1926,h_1083,x_720,y_114/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5my9d2cr00kh43dsg.jpg" caption="Sep 19, 2026; Columbia, South Carolina, USA;  Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby leads his team against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State Baseball Releases 2027 Schedule With Several Marquee Matchups</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/baseball/mississippi-state-baseball-releases-2027-schedule-with-several-marquee-matchups?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5mwh59ge1</guid><description>Mississippi State baseball has released its 2027 schedule, featuring 35 home games, a challenging SEC slate and matchups against 12 NCAA Tournament teams.</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:05:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3905,h_2196,x_675,y_157/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5mwyebfjjfgphpmjq.jpg" caption="Mar 1, 2026; Arlington, TX, USA; UCLA Bruins against Mississippi State Bulldogs during the Amegy Bank College Baseball Series at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State Football Legend John Bond Earns Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Honor</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-football-legend-john-bond-earns-mississippi-sports-hall-of-fame-honor?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5mvstnqpn</guid><description>Mississippi State football legend John Bond joins the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2027 after a historic career as the Bulldogs&#39; dual-threat quarterback.</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:05:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7008,h_3942,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5mvz0cvpa9mh5c307.jpg" caption="Fans high-five members of the Mississippi State football team during the Dawg Walk before a college football game between Mississippi State and Alabama at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Miss., on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Oklahoma Coach Saw Something in Jeff Lebby Before Mississippi State</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/former-oklahoma-coach-saw-something-in-jeff-lebby-before-mississippi-state?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Marvin Uzor</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5g4x9d9t6</guid><description>Mississippi State coach Jeff Lebby returns to an Oklahoma story that began with an injury and a decision by his former coach years ago.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3290,h_1850,x_346,y_65/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5hzjbgka7g1bc1yzf.jpg" caption="Former Oklahoma Sooners offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby speaks with head coach Brent Venables before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium.  | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Marvin Uzor"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State CB Kelley Jones Earns Midseason All-American Recognition After Dominant Start</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-cb-kelley-jones-earns-midseason-all-american-recognition-after-dominant-start?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5dqk4vkdz</guid><description>Mississippi State cornerback Kelley Jones earns midseason All-American recognition after allowing no touchdowns and recording six pass breakups.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:31:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2421,h_1361,x_643,y_49/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5dt846wep3acbyqz8.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs cornerback Kelley Jones (1) reacts after a defensive stop during the first quarter against the Missouri Tigers at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.  | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State Baseball Has Just One Alum Represented in the 2026 World Series</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/baseball/mississippi-state-baseball-has-just-one-alum-represented-in-the-2026-world-series?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5g1c94nj7</guid><description>Former Mississippi State pitcher Brandon Woodruff hopes to join the Milwaukee Brewers for the 2026 World Series despite recent injuries.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6945,h_3906,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5g2bb0hv16wkysd3a.jpg" caption="Jun 28, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA;  Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff (53) high fives teammates in the dugout during the sixth inning against the Chicago Cubs at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What Advanced Analytics Say About Mississippi State vs. Oklahoma</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/what-advanced-analytics-say-about-mississippi-state-vs-oklahoma?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Marvin Uzor</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5g5rtcrg7</guid><description>ESPN FPI favors Oklahoma over Mississippi State, but the matchup and season projections present different expectations in Starkville.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5429,h_3053,x_0,y_322/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5g5zpzpwv8yxnf0we.jpg" caption="Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby participates in the Dawg Walk before a college football game between Mississippi State and Ole Miss at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Miss., on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025. The Egg Bowl game marks the 122nd meeting between the two teams. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Marvin Uzor"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Mississippi State Still Has Reasons for Optimism after the LSU Shutout </title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/why-mississippi-state-still-has-reasons-for-optimism-after-the-lsu-shutout?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Lee Wardlaw</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5hxf404eb</guid><description>Promising start spoiled by back-to-back SEC losses has chance to get back on track as Sooners loom</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1955,h_1099,x_1633,y_32/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5hzf4zrah79ychxxx.jpg" caption="Mississippi State wide receiver Anthony Evans III (3) celebrates during a college football game between Mississippi State and Alabama at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Miss., on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026. Alabama defeated Mississippi State 56-23. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Lee Wardlaw"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State Star Madison Francis Earns Preseason All-SEC Honor After Historic Freshman Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/basketball/mississippi-state-star-madison-francis-earns-preseason-all-sec-honor-after-historic-freshman-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5g0nvc4v7</guid><description>Mississippi State women&#39;s basketball star Madison Francis earns Preseason Second Team All-SEC honors after leading the nation in blocks as a freshman.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:49:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3017,h_1697,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5g15msygh0gh7534y.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs forward Madison Francis (40) is defended by Florida Gators guard Alexia Dizeko (9) Wednesday, March 4, 2026, during the SEC Women&#39;s Basketball Tournament first round game at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Three Offensive Keys to Mississippi State Defeating Oklahoma</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/three-offensive-keys-to-mississippi-state-defeating-oklahoma?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tommy Tabler</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5fpbbf3gh</guid><description>Bulldogs&#39; offense will have hands full with Sooners defense</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:58:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1559,h_876,x_773,y_83/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5fpgbcrmh4qpkwxya.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Fluff Bothwell (24) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Missouri Tigers at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tommy Tabler"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Three Bold Predictions for Mississippi State vs. Oklahoma</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/three-bold-predictions-for-mississippi-state-vs-oklahoma?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Marvin Uzor</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5g6bt71xz</guid><description>Mississippi State hosts Oklahoma with three bold predictions that challenge the expected outcome as Jeff Lebby looks for a home victory.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:54:23 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5779,h_3250,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5g6f5ae7caphfzeqf.jpg" caption="Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby adjusts his headset while walking down the sideline during a college football game between Mississippi State and Alabama at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Miss., on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Marvin Uzor"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State&#39;s Oklahoma Ticket Market Has an Unexpected Twist</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-s-oklahoma-ticket-market-has-an-unexpected-twist-01m5g79vqxk4?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Marvin Uzor</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5g79vqxk4</guid><description>Oklahoma&#39;s visit to Mississippi State has created an unusual resale-ticket comparison after two defeats and uncertainty at quarterback.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:37:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4725,h_2657,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5g7ed1c6axe0rzatk.jpg" caption="Oct 3, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs safety Isaac Smith (2) looks on during the fourth quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. 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His physical tools and 2026 production make him a player to watch.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:24:10 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1024,h_576,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01k5sbm55x34tzjcq7ma.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Defensive Lineman Jaray Bledsoe (#92) and Mississippi State Linebacker Nic Mitchell (#40) during the game between the Northern Illinois Huskies and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field in Starkville, MS. | Mississippi State Athletics"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lebby Reveals How Mississippi State Can Get More From Its Backups After LSU Loss</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/lebby-reveals-how-mississippi-state-can-get-more-from-its-backups-after-lsu-loss-01m5avfgrt8f?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5avfgrt8f</guid><description>Jeff Lebby explains how Mississippi State can improve its depth and get more from its backups after a 31-0 loss to LSU ahead of Oklahoma.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:16:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2704,h_1521,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5awt4tgtz9cvamg3d.jpg" caption="Oct 3, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby reacts toward a referee during the second quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Marvin Uzor"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Good, Bad and Ugly From Mississippi State’s Shutout Loss at LSU</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/the-good-bad-and-ugly-from-mississippi-state-s-shutout-loss-at-lsu?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Wes Pruett</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m562pjwfnd</guid><description>Mississippi State’s 31-0 loss at LSU exposed offensive limitations and defensive problems as the Bulldogs fell to 4-2 after their open date.</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:26:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3181,h_1789,x_1176,y_70/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m5667qfr23xs6gzzcr.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA;  Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Xavier Gayten (5) runs past Louisiana State Tigers safety Ty Benefield (2) during the first half against at Tiger Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Wes Pruett"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Would Kamario Taylor Have Saved Mississippi State From LSU’s 31-0 Shutout?</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/would-kamario-taylor-have-saved-mississippi-state-from-lsu-s-31-0-shutout?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m55xdk3vk8</guid><description>Would Kamario Taylor have changed Mississippi State’s 31-0 loss to LSU? The injured quarterback’s absence hurt, but bigger problems plagued the Bulldogs.</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 22:03:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3202,h_1801,x_167,y_56/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m55xx677y2tv39kgxp.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby (right) reacts with quarterback Kamario Taylor (1) during warm ups prior to the game against the Missouri Tigers at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State’s Season Is at a Crossroads Ahead of Oklahoma Showdown</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-s-season-is-at-a-crossroads-ahead-of-oklahoma-showdown?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m55pcj7ya0</guid><description>Mississippi State looks to bounce back against Oklahoma on October 24 after a 31-0 loss to LSU. Can Kamario Taylor return and spark the Bulldogs?</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1280,h_720,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01k90tzpwjm50x8fevkw.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Davon Booth against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark. | Nilsen Roman-DawgsonSI Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State’s Playoff Hopes Take a Major Hit After LSU Shutout</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-s-playoff-hopes-take-a-major-hit-after-lsu-shutout?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m55nspmqfg</guid><description>Mississippi State’s College Football Playoff hopes took a major hit after a 31-0 loss to LSU. Can the Bulldogs recover and make a postseason push?</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:52:46 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3388,h_1905,x_1040,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m55phqvpa0zv870vvr.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2026; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA;  Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Parker Puckett (15) runs with the ball during the second half against the Louisiana State Tigers at Tiger Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State Suffers Major Blow as Kamario Taylor Expected to Miss LSU Showdown</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-suffers-major-blow-as-kamario-taylor-expected-to-miss-lsu-showdown?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m53h7afmxw</guid><description>Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor is expected to miss LSU with turf toe, according to reports, leaving freshman Parker Puckett in line to start.</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 02:11:58 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1280,h_720,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01kd8panm9d1wsqdmpj9.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Kamario Taylor (1) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Ole Miss Rebels in the first half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Encouraging and Discouraging NFL Updates for Former Mississippi State Players</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/encouraging-and-discouraging-nfl-updates-for-former-mississippi-state-players?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Marvin Uzor</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m52s9xh990</guid><description>Former Mississippi State players are having sharply different NFL seasons, from top grades and comebacks to a suspension and an injury setback.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1956,h_1100,x_0,y_104/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m52sg7d0sd7ys3b2bp.jpg" caption="Oct 8, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) warms up before the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at AT&amp;T Stadium. 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Their roles could become harder to explain.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2053,h_1154,x_460,y_53/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01m52wmkpvkcm9snv1jj.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs cornerback Quentin Taylor (24) attempts to tackle Louisiana Monroe Warhawks quarterback Austin Carlisle (12) during the fourth quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.  | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Marvin Uzor"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Bulldogs Need Others To Step Up Because Hubbard Can&#39;t Do It Alone</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/basketball/bulldogs-need-others-to-step-up-because-hubbard-can-t-do-it-alone?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Wes Pruett</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m516685w7t</guid><description>RJ Johnson, Thomas Bassong and Mississippi State’s rebuilt rotation must give Josh Hubbard more help as the Bulldogs prepare for 2026-27.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1080,h_607,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01kh82w5en0cyzvg3mn2.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard puts up a shot against the Tennessee Volunteers&#39; Bishop Boswell in a game at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville, Miss. | MSU Athletics"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Wes Pruett"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor Working to Play Against LSU Despite Injury Concerns</title><link>https://www.si.com/college/mississippistate/football/mississippi-state-qb-kamario-taylor-working-to-play-against-lsu-despite-injury-concerns?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Logan Horito</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m52z82xvfa</guid><description>Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor is day-to-day with turf toe and working to play against LSU, but his questionable status raises concerns.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:02:14 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_553,h_311,x_226,y_10/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/cowbell_corner/01k614et5famh7ebeje2.jpg" caption="Mississippi State Quarterback Kamario Taylor (#1) during the game between the Northern Illinois Huskies and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field in Starkville, MS. | Mississippi State Athletics"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Logan Horito"></flatplan:author></item></channel></rss>