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Winona linebacker Tyler Lockhart, photographed in Ridgeland, Miss., Aug. 10, 2024, is a member of the 2024 Clarion Ledger Dandy Dozen.

Bulldogs' freshman linebacker makes solid impression this spring

"Flipmas" miracle will benefit Mississippi State Bulldogs sooner than later

Jacob Davis
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Winona linebacker Tyler Lockhart, photographed in Ridgeland, Miss., Aug. 10, 2024, is a member of the 2024 Clarion Ledger Dandy Dozen.
Football

Bulldogs' freshman linebacker makes solid impression this spring

"Flipmas" miracle will benefit Mississippi State Bulldogs sooner than later

Jacob Davis
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Thompson's Tony Mitchell celebrates after defeating Auburn in the AHSAA 7A State Football Championship game at Jordan Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Wednesday November 30, 2022.
Football

Former blue chip safety can play valuable role for Bulldogs' defense

Mississippi State's potential defensive turnaround can be helped by safety Tony Mitchell

Jacob Davis
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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott listens to coach Brian Schottenheimer (not pictured) at a press conference at the Star.
Football

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Prescott finally speaks on big trade for help

Dak believes George Pickens’ arrival from Steelers will transform the Cowboys’ offense, making it nearly impossible to double-team CeeDee Lamb

Andy Hodges
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Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey speaks during SEC Media Day at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Mountain Brook Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2024.
Football

College football is changing fast, and the SEC is driving the train

Greg Sankey and the SEC want more playoff spots in an inevitable expanded CFP and they’ll probably get it.

Taylor Hodges
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Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon speaks outside Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium.
Baseball

Mississippi State AD set up to make a home run baseball hire

Director of Athletics Zac Selmon has reportedly received a four-year contract extension to stay in Starkville amidst a significant fundraising haul.

Taylor Hodges
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Vardaman Rams freshman athlete Braylen Bedford
Football

Vardaman athlete sees recruitment boom after dominant freshman season

Mississippi State will have hands full to keep programs across nation out of its backyard

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Kamario Taylor delivers a throw in the Maroon-White Game at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Miss.
Football

Mississippi State spring renewed focus, build chemistry

As Lebby tries to rebuild team, 2025 practices worked on foundational aspects after 2-10 season

Andy Hodges
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Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive coordinator Coleman Hutzler against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.
Football

Bulldogs latest to offer productive 2027 defensive end

Mississippi State looks to jump in race for defensive end who recently decommitted from Oklahoma

Jacob Davis
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\Mississippi State Bulldogs athletic director Zac Selmon is introduced during a timeout during the first half against the TCU Horned Frogs at Humphrey Coliseum.
Football

Mississippi State's Zac Selmon weighs in on expanding playoffs

During appearance on national radio podcast, Bulldogs' athletics director likes more exposure and probably more money

Andy Hodges
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Diberville, Mississippi linebacker Caleb Triplett will take an official visit Mississippi State June 20-22.
Football

Talented in-state linebacker locks in official visit with Bulldogs

Bulldogs hope to secure commitment from under the radar linebacker

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs fans cheer during the second quarter against the Florida Gators at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

Who should be Mississippi State's 9th SEC Opponent?

ESPN is reportedly willing to pay a substantial amount of money to the SEC, should a ninth conference game be added after talks last year were put on hold.

Taylor Hodges
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Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Jeff Lebby walks off the field between plays during the third quarter against the Texas A&M Aggies at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

Mississippi State rebuilds through transfer portal under Lebby

Mississippi State's 2025 football roster sees significant changes leveraging transfer portal to rebuild.

Andy Hodges
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Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Jeff Lebby reacts after a touchdown against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.
Football

2026 offensive lineman believes in direction of Bulldogs under Lebby

STARKVILLE, Miss. -- Bauxite 4-star offensive lineman Evan Goodwin will soon make his long awaited college decision between Mississippi State, Oklahoma State, S

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Jeff Lebby and new 2026 quarterback commit Brodie McWhorter during a recruiting visit in April
Football

Scouting report: What McWhorter brings to Bulldogs 2026 Class

Bulldogs future offense will not lack for field stretching opportunities with McWhorter at quarterback

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive coordinator Coleman Hutzler against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.
Football

BREAKING: Bulldogs add significant transfer to defensive line

Bulldogs add important piece to defensive line

Jacob Davis
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Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Markevious Brown (1) and linebacker Clyde Washington (42) celebrate a defensive stop against the Fresno State Bulldogs in West Lafayette, Ind.
Football

Bulldogs need more defensive backs, Big Ten transfer fits need

Bulldogs need for improved secondary play would be helped by former Ole Miss, Purdue safety

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby reacts during the first quarter of the game against the Eastern Kentucky Colonels at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

Bulldogs receive prediction to land 2026 4-star quarterback

Bulldogs could shoot up recruiting rankings if it can land McWhorter over Colorado, Indiana

Jacob Davis
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Noxubee County's Kamario Taylor (1) looks for an opening against Choctaw County during the MHSAA 3A championship game in Hattiesburg, Miss., Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.
Football

Bulldogs could have problem keeping Taylor off field in 2025

Bulldogs could be dealt challenge if Taylor continues to grasp Lebby's offense during offseason

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs cornerback Tre Wright celebrates after a play in fall practice in August 2024 in Starkville, Miss.
Football

Revolving door may not slow down until season starts for Bulldogs

Mississippi State seeing players leave for yet another school which follows national trend

Andy Hodges
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Austin Peay offensive lineman Brennan Smith (50) jokingly gestures to teammates, including Jack Baker (87), on the sideline in the first half against Murray State during their game in 2022.
Football

Mississippi State wasting no time picking up center from portal

Brennan Smith landing at third school as Loadholt, Lebby adding new players on offensive line

Andy Hodges
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Rose Fort Lions sophomore running back Christian Alexander
Football

Sophomore tailback emerges as one of Mississippi's best playmakers

Bulldogs have chance to hop in mix for one of Mississippi's best sophomores

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Jo'Quavious Marks (7) runs the ball during the second half against the Ole Miss Rebels at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

Even former Mississippi State RB picked before Sanders in NFL Draft

Jo'Quavious "Woody" Marks drafted before Shedeur Sanders, becoming first Bulldog connection picked

Andy Hodges
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Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.
Football

Mississippi State adds pair of offensive players from transfer portal

The Bulldogs' spring transfer portal class grew to five players on Friday with most of the transfers on the offensive side of the ball.

Taylor Hodges
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Mississippi State Bulldogs defensive coordinator Coleman Hutzler against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.
Football

Disruptive in-state pass rusher impressed by Bulldogs culture

Reaction to Bulldogs' Maroon and White game a positive for productive pass rusher

Jacob Davis
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OL Jakobe Green makes a block during a Niceville Eagles football practice.
Basketball

Green remains happy with visit, commitment to Bulldogs

Bulldogs' pledge still fan of program, enjoyed spring game

Jacob Davis
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