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Mississippi State vs Florida Prediction: Bulldogs and Gators Will Be Really Close

Predictions for Mississippi State against Florida: Both teams desperately need to win this game, but a big play late can make the difference.

Jacob Bain

Sep 7, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Sep 7, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Mississippi State will play Florida this Saturday at 11 a.m. CT in a critical matchup. Last weekend was tough for Mississippi State, as it was embarrassed by Toledo at home.

However, positive momentum for the program happened throughout the week, picking up two 4-star commits and receiving an eight million donation to the football program. Mississippi State has a chance to seize even more momentum by getting a win over Florida.

This season, Florida has had its own struggles under third-year head coach Billy Napier. The Gators also hold a 1-2 record, but Napier’s seat is on fire and could potentially be fired regardless of the outcome in Starkville.


Mississippi State could take control of the game early against Florida, and the Gators could not show any fight, but the Bulldogs have gotten off to slow starts in the past two weeks. If Mississippi State can start the game fast, leaving the stadium 2-2 is possible, but it is tough to imagine the Bulldogs fix that issue in one week.

Both teams will trade shots, and there will be a few lead changes, but ultimately, Florida makes a big play in the fourth quarter to seal the game. Mississippi State will look improved and energetic, but it will not be enough to defeat a more talented Florida team.

Final Prediction: Florida 31, Mississippi State 27


Read More Mississippi State Bulldogs on SI:

Florida vs. Mississippi State: 5 Gators to Watch in SEC Clash

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Mississippi State vs. Florida: Three Bulldog Offensive Players to Watch

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Jacob Bain
JACOB BAIN

Jacob Bain first joined Cowbell Corner as an intern, and was promoted to lead day-to-day coverage in Starkville of Mississippi State sports in 2023. His primary beats include football, baseball and basketball. He's originally fromΒ Fulton, Miss.

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