MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS NEWS

Davon Booth - Minimal output during loss Booth accrued 10 rushes for 34 yards and caught 3 of 4 targets for 15 yards during Saturday's 49-27 defeat against Missouri.

Impact The senior back was limited in production as Missouri's defense dominated the trenches. Booth's output fell short of his usual standard, and with the offensive line struggling, his typical role was minimized. He'll need to regain a more consistent workload in order to spark the rushing attack again.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Blake Shapen - Two costly turnovers in loss Shapen was 19-for-33 passing for 199 yards and two interceptions during Saturday's 49-27 defeat versus Missouri. He also had 17 rushes for 16 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact The senior quarterback added value with his legs via two rushing scores, but his passing production lagged and the two picks were costly. He now has to face a midseason rut through the air while his ground game remains a key strength. Moving forward, Shapen will need to improve his decision-making to help get the Bulldogs back on track. Next, they will face Ole Miss on Nov. 28.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

AP Top 25 Extra Points: No. 22 North Texas ends FBS' longest ranking dry spell and re-enters CFP mix

North Texas is in The Associated Press college football poll for the first time since 1959

NOVEMBER 17 • Associated Press

Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959

Georgia has moved up to No. 4 in The Associated Press poll, Oklahoma is back in the top 10 and North Texas is ranked for the first time since 1959

NOVEMBER 16 • Associated Press

The Latest: Georgia climbs to No. 4, Oklahoma returns to the top 10 of the AP Top 25

The latest AP Top 25 poll has Georgia moving up to No. 4, Ole Miss entering the top five and Oklahoma climbing to No. 8

NOVEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Bulldogs lose to Missouri Tigers on the road COLUMBIA, Mo. – Mistakes and the inability to tackle Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy was too much to overcome for the Mississippi State Bu...

NOVEMBER 16 • STARKVILLEDAILYNEWS.COM

Hardy rushes for career-best 300 yards, 3 TD to help Missouri beat Mississippi State 49-27

Ahmad Hardy had a career-best 300 yards rushing and three touchdowns on 25 carries, and Toriano Pride Jr. had a 62-yard fumble return and a pick-6 to help Missouri beat Mississippi...

NOVEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Live Photo Gallery of Mizzou Football vs Mississippi State COLUMBIA, Mo. — One final ride for the Missouri Tigers seniors at home will take place against the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Should Missou...

NOVEMBER 16 • SI.COM

Mississippi State goes for bowl eligibility against Missouri | Sporting News The Bulldogs need a win for the postseason.

NOVEMBER 15 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

How to Watch Missouri vs. Mississippi State: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream – November 15, 2025

Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the Missouri Tigers vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs game, Saturday, Nov. 15.

NOVEMBER 15 • Data Skrive

MSU offense has given Traore chance to showcase his talents A London, England product, Traore made a new life in the United States and, specifically, in Starkville. The last three years this has been...

NOVEMBER 15 • STARKVILLEDAILYNEWS.COM

Volunteers see football season come to an end MCCOMB – There was no quit in the Starkville Academy Volunteers on Friday night.

NOVEMBER 15 • STARKVILLEDAILYNEWS.COM

2025 NFL, College Football Odds: Best Bets for Notre Dame-Pitt, Bears-Vikings

Find out why Sammy P thinks the Notre Dame number is just too high to back and why he's taking the Vikings to cover at home.

NOVEMBER 14 • FOX SPORTS

Blake Shapen - Off injury report Shapen (undisclosed) isn't listed on Mississippi State's injury report ahead of the Bulldogs' tilt with Missouri.

Impact Shapen was considered probable all week, and indeed, the quarterback won't miss any time. That's big news for the Bulldogs, as Shapen is in the midst of a very solid year in which he's tossed for 2,232 yards, 15 touchdowns and six interceptions with a score on the ground as well.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

No. 5 Georgia faces No. 10 Texas in a critical SEC matchup on Saturday

Georgia faces Texas in a critical SEC matchup on Saturday

NOVEMBER 13 • Associated Press

2025 College Football Week 12 Odds: Chris 'The Bear' Fallica's Expert Picks, Best Bets

Chris "The Bear" Fallica delivers his best bets and his Bear Bytes for Week 12 of the college football season. Dive in.

NOVEMBER 13 • FOX SPORTS

Missouri vs. Mississippi State Prediction, Odds, Picks - November 15, 2025

Preview the Nov. 15 matchup between the Missouri Tigers and Mississippi State Bulldogs with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting l...

NOVEMBER 13 • Data Skrive

What does initial availability report tell us about Mississippi State's QB situation? The Bulldogs are likely to have their starting quarterback available against Missouri, but a key defender has already been ruled out.

NOVEMBER 13 • SI.COM

Anthony Evans III - Low output in loss Evans caught 4 of 8 targets for 27 yards during Saturday's 41-21 defeat to Georgia.

Impact The junior receiver logged decent volume but generated minimal yardage, signaling how limited the passing attack became under pressure. While he remains involved in the offense, Evans will need to boost his production to help balance the offense. When Mississippi State faces Missouri, Evans' improvement in yardage and involvement could be important if they're going to move the ball consistently.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Brenen Thompson - Productive outing in loss Thompson caught 4 of 5 targets for 92 yards during Saturday's 41-21 loss versus Georgia.

Impact The senior wideout remained one of the few bright spots in the passing game, delivering nearly 100 yards and continuing his trend of big-play ability despite the offense's struggles. Thompson's capacity to stretch defenses is a key asset for Mississippi State. Against Missouri, he'll be a focal point in the passing game and if the Bulldogs can find more consistency, his big-play potential could turn into scoring opportunities.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Fluff Bothwell - Efficient with limited touches Bothwell notched nine carries for 44 yards and hauled in 1 of 2 targets for two yards during Saturday's 41-21 defeat to Georgia.

Impact The sophomore back posted a slightly better average than Booth (4.9 yards per carry) but still didn't score or significantly impact the outcome. Bothwell's role as a change-of-pace or relief runner is evident, but he hasn't yet consistently translated that into high-impact performances. Against Missouri, if the Bulldogs want to diversify their run game and lighten the load on Booth, he may see more opportunity - and must convert it.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Davon Booth - Struggles in loss Booth totaled 11 carries for 38 yards during Saturday's 41-21 defeat to Georgia.

Impact The senior back was held in check by a stout Georgia front, unable to break any long runs and finishing with a modest yardage total. Booth remains the primary rushing option for MSU, but this outing reflects how much tougher the workload becomes against top defenses. Looking toward Missouri, his ability to regain momentum and deliver a more explosive showing will be crucial for the Bulldogs' offense.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mississippi State 'going in right direction' as a program ahead of Mizzou matchup After going 2-10 last season, the Bulldogs have a big win over Arizona State and an SEC road victory against Arkansas this season.

NOVEMBER 12 • STLTODAY.COM

Blake Shapen - Probable to face Mizzou Shapen (undisclosed) is probable for Saturday's game against Missouri.

Impact Shapen completed 10 of 15 passes for 86 yards in the Week 11 contest against Georgia, but was taken to the locker room after getting shaken up following a big hit. Mississippi State turned to Kamario Taylor at quarterback in his absence, but that shouldn't be the case this week. If Shapen continues to recover, he should be available under center against Mizzou with no limitations.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

College football picks: Trend of going for it on 4th down continues to rise and so does success rate

The trend of college football teams going for it on fourth down instead of punting or attempting field goals is continuing to rise, and so is the success rate

NOVEMBER 12 • Associated Press