Taylor Hodges

Joined: Feb 22, 2024

Award-winning sports editor, writer, columnist, and photographer with 15 years’ experience offering his opinion and insight about the sports world in Mississippi and Texas, but he was taken to Razorback pep rallies at Billy Bob's Texas in Fort Worth before he could walk. Taylor has covered all levels of sports, from small high schools in the Mississippi Delta to NFL games. Follow Taylor on Twitter and Facebook.

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

Baseball

The Bulldogs are keeping their rotation intact for South Carolina, with Tomas Valincius leading a staff that ranks among the SEC’s best.

Mississippi State Bulldogs mascot Bully waves a “Hail State” flag prior to the game against the Texas Longhorns at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

Football

Three-star cornerback J’Lynnd Kellow locked in a May official visit to Mississippi State just hours after the Bulldogs extended an offer.

Mississippi State Associate Head Coach Tyler Bratton, Mississippi State Utility Player Morgan Bernardini (#13), Mississippi State Infielder Nadia Barbary (#10) and Mississippi State Infielder Kiarra Sells (#9) during the game between the UAB Blazers and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Nusz Park in Starkville, MS.

All Things State

The Bulldogs face Texas A&M in College Station with schedule changes, elite pitching and another ranked matchup on deck.

Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby reacts with quarterback Blake Shapen (2) after a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.

Football

From offensive line progress to QB growth, Lebby shares key takeaways as spring practice wraps up and summer development begins.

Callaway (Miss.) offensive tackle Li'Marcus Jones with Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby.

Football

Mississippi State could flip another former Ole Miss commit in Li’Marcus Jones, who remains in close contact with OL coach Phil Loadholt.

Team Roses' Christian Alexander (7) makes his way down the field with a defender trying to bring him down during the Under Armour All-America Game Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026 at Spec Martin Stadium in DeLand.

Football

Mississippi State secured a commitment from four-star RB Christian Alexander, one of Mississippi’s top prospects and a key addition to Jeff Lebby’s 2027 recruiting class.

Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Josh Hubbard (12) reacts with guard Jayden Epps (10) during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss.

Basketball

Josh Hubbard’s dominant junior season earned him a record-setting third Bailey Howell Trophy, further building his legacy at Mississippi State.

Michigan State's Jack Velling, left, catches a pass as Youngstown State's Isaiah Hackett defends during the third quarter on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Football

Transfer cornerback Isaiah Hackett is back on the radar, and Mississippi State is among the programs showing interest this spring.

Mississippi State pitcher Chris Billingsley celebrates a clean inning against Tulane in Biloxi.

Baseball

No. 17 Mississippi State rolled to an 11-1 run-rule win over Samford, showing signs of life at the plate after a tough stretch in SEC play.

Mississippi State third baseman Ace Reese rounds the bases after a home run.

Baseball

No. 17 Mississippi State travels to Samford for a midweek matchup Tuesday. Here’s how to watch, including game time, TV info, pitching matchup and weather forecast.

Middle Tennessee State guard MacIe Phifer (22) drives to the basket as Liberty guard Jakayla Thompson (3) guards her during the Women's NCAA basketball game on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.

Basketball

The Bulldogs beat Ole Miss for Macie Phifer, bringing one of the state’s top recent prospects back home after a standout freshman season at Middle Tennessee.

Iowa State Cyclones' guard Reese Beaty (1) drives with the ball to the basket around Arizona State Sun Devils guard Jyah LoVett (4) during the third quarter in the Big-12 women’s basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 18, 2026, in Ames, Iowa.

Basketball

Reese Beaty joins Mississippi State after a solid freshman season at Iowa State, giving Sam Purcell another key portal addition.

Taylor Hodges

Joined: Feb 22, 2024

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Baseball

Mississippi State Keeps Pitching Plan Intact Entering South Carolina Series

Football

Mississippi State Lands Early Official Visit From Texas Cornerback After Offer

All Things State

Another Weekend, Another Top-15 Opponent for the Bulldogs

Football

Mississippi State Head Coach Jeff Lebby Breaks Down Final Week of Spring Practices

Football

Mississippi State Targeting Another Ex-Ole Miss Commit to Strengthen O-Line Class

Football

Basketball

Mississippi State's Josh Hubbard Sets Record With Third Howell Trophy Win

Football

Mississippi State Reportedly Exploring Late Addition in Youngstown State CB

Mississippi State's Midweek Win Won’t Fix Everything, But It Helped

No. 17 Mississippi State at Samford: How to Watch, Pitching Matchup, Weather

Another Piece Falls Into Place as Mississippi State Lands Macie Phifer

Mississippi State Bolsters Backcourt with Iowa State Transfer