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Former George Mason catcher has committed to Mississippi State from the NCAA transfer portal.

Mississippi State baseballs picks up commitment from George Mason catcher

Former George Mason catcher has committed to Mississippi State from the NCAA transfer portal.

Taylor Hodges
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Former George Mason catcher has committed to Mississippi State from the NCAA transfer portal.
Baseball

Mississippi State baseballs picks up commitment from George Mason catcher

Former George Mason catcher has committed to Mississippi State from the NCAA transfer portal.

Taylor Hodges
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A Mississippi State Bulldogs fan reacts after a play during the second quarter of the game against the Toledo Rockets at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

Ranking Mississippi State's most and least winnable SEC games in 2025

The Bulldogs need at least one conference win to avoid making history, in a bad way, after going 0-8 in SEC games last season.

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Arkansas Razorbacks quarterback Taylen Green (10) runs the ball against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview: Arkansas

The Bulldogs' last trip to Fayetteville was also the last time they won a conference game. Can this year's trip north lead to a SEC win?

Taylor Hodges
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Mississippi State Bulldogs athletic director Zac Selmon is introduces during a timeout during the first half against the TCU Horned Frogs at Humphrey Coliseum.
All Things State

Zac Selmon honors mentor as Oklahoma AD job opens

Joe Castiglione’s retirement at Oklahoma sparks speculation about Mississippi State AD Zac Selmon possibly returning to Norman.

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The Georgia Bulldogs celebrate with the trophy after defeating the Texas Longhorns in overtime in the 2024 SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Football

Predicting the 2025 SEC football standings ahead of media days

From Texas as SEC champion to Mississippi State in last, see who’s up and who’s down in these bold 2025 SEC Media Days predictions.

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Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark addresses the media during the 2025 Big 12 Football Media Days at The Star.
Football

College football media days begin amid NIL chaos and confusion

The college football offseason heats up as NIL issues dominate Big 12 Media Days, setting the tone for a chaotic month of conference media days.

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Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (26) advances the ball as the Texas Longhorns take on Mississippi State at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024.
Football

2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview: Texas

Here's an early look at one of the teams in consideration to be a national championship contender and a quarterback with a famous last name.

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Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Blake Shapen (2) and coach Jeff Lebby against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.
Football

Bulldogs' coach set to put reputation on line during 2025 season

Lebby's strong track record of improvement will be put to test this fall

Jacob Davis
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Purvis' Jojo Parker (1) winds the ball during the MHSAA class 6A baseball championships against West Lauderdale at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., Friday, June 2, 2023.
Baseball

Mississippi State waiting for MLB Draft to learn prospects' decisions

ESPN's Kiley McDaniel released his final top 250 prospects and nine players with ties to Mississippi State were included.

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Mississippi State quarterback Blake Shapen speaking at Omni Dallas Hotel.
Football

Mississippi State announces SEC Football Media Day attendees

The Bulldogs will bring along three of their most important players along with coach Jeff Lebby to the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta.

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Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Davon Booth (21) celebrates after a touchdown with tight end Seydou Traore (18) against the Georgia Bulldogs in the third quarter at Sanford Stadium.
Football

Ratings for every Mississippi State player in EA CFB 26

The latest edition of the hugely-popular video game franchise is available to play right now through early access and full access on July 10.

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Florida Gators running back Ja'Kobi Jackson (24) celebrates with teammates after a touchdown against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the second quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview: Florida

The Bulldogs' seventh game of the season will come against a Gators' team that might be good enough to lead Florida to the playoffs.

Taylor Hodges
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Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon talks with Mississippi State Head Coach Brian O’Connor during his first day Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
All Things State

Potential buyout not enough to deter Oklahoma's interest in Zac Selmon

Mississippi State's Director of Athletics recently signed an extension that has a nearly $4 million buyout. But that won't scare the Sooners from calling.

Taylor Hodges
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Athletics right fielder Brent Rooker (25) hits a home run against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
Baseball

Former Mississippi State Bulldog named to MLB All-Star team

One of Mississippi State's 10 active MLB players will suit up for the AL All-Stars in next week's game at Truist Park in Atlanta.

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Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon speaks outside Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium.
All Things State

Will Mississippi State’s AD be a candidate for same job at Oklahoma?

Bulldog fans might find themselves in a familiar position with their athletics director leaving Starkville for another SEC school.

Taylor Hodges
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Mississippi State Bulldogs wide receiver Kevin Coleman Jr. (3) and offensive lineman Ethan Miner (67) react after a touchdown against the Texas A&M Aggies during the fourth quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview: Texas A&M

The Bulldogs continue their stretch of SEC games in the sixth game of the season against Texas A&M, who is starting to build up its own expectations.

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Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Blake Shapen (2) with running back Keyvone Lee (24) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.
Football

Mississippi State’s football woes signal deeper football problems?

Bulldogs face renewed struggle, leaving fans and experts to question program’s direction, future

Andy Hodges
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Tennessee defensive lineman James Pearce Jr. (27) celebrates Tennessee defensive lineman Omarr Norman-Lott’s (55) sack during an NCAA college football game between Tennessee and Mississippi State at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024.
Football

2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview: Tennessee

The Bulldogs host a Tennessee team that is looking to establish itself back among the SEC's elite teams. Here's an early preview of the Volunteers.

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Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Jeff Lebby stands on the sidelines during the second quarter of the game against the Ole Miss Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.
Football

Which 2026 prospect will commit to Mississippi State next?

Bulldogs look to put bow on top of class with commitment from one of its final targets

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs coach Jeff Lebby walks onto the field during a time out during the second quarter of the game against the Toledo Rockets at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Football

Georgia’s late push may make Cooley's commitment to LSU interesting

Mississippi State target from in-state getting another huge offer day after making commitment

Andy Hodges
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Northern Illinois offensive lineman Abiathar Curry jumps in the air in celebration after winning a NCAA college football game 16-14 against Notre Dame at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in South Bend.
Football

2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview: Northern Illinois

The Bulldogs end their non-conference schedule against a program with a penchant for upsetting Power 5 programs.

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Mississippi State Infielder Ace Reese (#3) during the game between the Ole Miss Rebels and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Dudy Noble Field at Polk-Dement Stadium in Starkville, MS.
Baseball

Pair of Mississippi State players to represent Team USA in Japan

Ryan McPherson and Ace Reese are headed to the Land of the Rising Sun to play in the 45th Annual USA vs. Japan Collegiate All-Star Series.

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New Mississippi State safety committee Tomareo Johnson during his official visit with the Bulldogs
Football

Bulldogs gain commitment from talented safety from Pascagoula

Mississippi State coaches secure pledge from productive 3-star defensive back

Jacob Davis
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Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Blake Shapen (2) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.
Football

Mississippi State projections, rankings, Lebby’s vision

Everybody will know the low expections and when SEC Media Days kicks things off, it's all positive before the season

Andy Hodges
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Vanderbilt Commodores linebacker Nicholas Rinaldi (24) tackles Alcorn State Braves wide receiver Anthony Williams (14) for a loss during the second half at FirstBank Stadium.
Football

2025 Mississippi State football opponent preview, Game 3: Alcorn State

The Bulldogs and Braves will meet for just the third time and first since 2013 in mid-September game that should see Mississippi State as heavy favorites.

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