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Rich Cirminiello

Rich Cirminiello

Joined: Sep 4, 2024

Oct 26, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. (0) looks to pass against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the first quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

SEC Football Week 10: Mississippi State's Michael Van Buren Leads Players to Watch

The seven-game SEC schedule in Week 10 includes a pair of non-conference matchups.

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Oct 12, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Davon Booth (21) runs the ball against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Football

SEC Football Week 10 Storylines: Mississippi State Gets Break in League Play

Twelve of the SEC's 16 programs will be in action on the first Saturday in November.

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Oct 19, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. (0) throws a pass against the Texas A&M Aggies during the third quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

ESPN Analyst Boldly Compares Mississippi State QB to Heisman Trophy Favorite

Michael Van Buren's debut season in Starkville is getting noticed by the national media.

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Oct 15, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA;Mississippi State Bulldogs forward Cameron Matthews talks with the media during SEC Media Days at Grand Bohemian Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
Basketball

Mississippi State Basketball Schedule: Ranking Bulldogs' Top 5 Toughest Games

With the 2024-25 hoops ready to tip off, we reveal the five toughest opponents on the Bulldogs' schedule.

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Oct 15, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard talks with the media during SEC Media Days at Grand Bohemian Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
Basketball

Mississippi State Basketball Star Earns Spot on Prestigious Award Watch List

The Bulldogs will be led this season by one of college basketball's premier point guards.

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Oct 26, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. (0) looks to pass against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the first quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

Mississippi State's Michael Van Buren Jr. Shines as Top Week 9 QB

Even in a loss, Mississippi State's rookie QB continued making strides for the Bulldogs.

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Oct 26, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks wide receiver Isaiah Sategna (6) runs the ball while defended by Mississippi State Bulldogs safety Corey Ellington (10) during the fourth quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

SEC Football Week 9 Review: Mississippi State’s Tough Week

Texas A&M's rally to beat LSU highlighted the six-game slate of league contests over the weekend.

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Oct 12, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs wide receiver Kevin Coleman Jr. (3) runs after a catch against the Georgia Bulldogs in the third quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Football

Mississippi State’s Rising Star: Newcomer Joins Ranks of SEC’s Top Receivers

Kevin Coleman Jr. has emerged as a cornerstone of the Bulldog offense in his first year with the school.

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Sep 7, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs safety Isaac Smith (2) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Football

SEC Football Week 9: Mississippi State's Isaac Smith Leads Key Players to Watch

There are just six SEC games on the Week 9 schedule, but no shortage of terrific players to focus on this weekend.

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Oct 19, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs wide receiver Mario Craver (7) runs the ball against the Texas A&M Aggies before suffering an apparent injury on the play during the third quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

SEC Football Week 9 Storylines: Mississippi State Poised For Breakthrough

After playing nationally ranked teams in three straight weeks, the Bulldogs have their best chance in a month to snap their losing streak.

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Oct 12, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby on the field during the game against the Georgia Bulldogs during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Football

Week 8 SEC Football Coach Rankings: Where's Mississippi State's Jeff Lebby?

Who are this year's SEC Coach of the Year contenders? And who's missing the mark? We rank every coach through the first eight weeks.

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Oct 19, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. (0) reacts after a play against the Texas A&M Aggies during the third quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

SEC Football: Mississippi State Freshman Leads League in October TD Passes

The present might feel bleak, but the future is bright with Michael Van Buren Jr. behind center.

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