Robinson hopes he has bright future in MSU’s backfield

STARKVILLE — Josh Robinson never has a bad day.

The Mississippi State University redshirt freshman backup tailback knows a recent injury to teammate Nick Griffin could result in more carries for himself, but he isn’t concerned about his workload.

MSU confident it will have success against Northwestern

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University senior cornerback Corey Broomfield laid out how his teammates feel about their New Year’s Day opponent — and it’s not favorable.

Translating Broomfield’s comments last week, the Big Ten Conference is full of schools that have short, slow players who can’t handle the athleticism of players south of the Mason-Dixon line.

Ray helps players understand significance of Loyola game

STARKVILLE — Rick Ray has done everything to embrace the significance of his team’s next game.

From leading the charge this summer to scheduling the matchup to this week showing film of the historic 1963 NCAA tournament game against Loyola University of Chicago, the Mississippi State University men’s basketball coach won’t rest until his team understands why this game holds a place in school history.

Prescott taking majority of snaps in first practices

STARKVILLE — One person’s misfortune means opportunity for somebody else.

That wisdom depicts the quarterback situation for the Mississippi State University football team.

Young linebackers showcase skills at bowl practice workouts

STARKVILLE — The future of Mississippi State University football began last week and was showcased during a open practice session Wednesday at the Palmeiro Center.

MSU NOTEBOOK: Griffin suffers ACL tear during practice

STARKVILLE — Nick Griffin has suffered another major knee injury that will require reconstructive surgery. Mississippi State University’s sophomore tailback suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee in a Saturday practice and will undergo surgery Thursday.

Banks’ award provides inspiration

STARKVILLE — Tobias Smith has lived his entire life in the state of Mississippi, so he has a unique perspective on Johnthan Banks winning the 2012 Jim Thorpe Award.

MSU recruit Denson released from scholarship

STARKVILLE — Rick Ray’s philosophy of not allowing off-the-court distractions to affect the Mississippi State University men’s basketball program continued Tuesday with a player who hasn’t arrived in Starkville.

Reports link MSU linebackers coach to position at FIU

STARKVILLE — Reports have surfaced suggesting Mississippi State University co-defensive coordinator and linebackers coach Geoff Collins may be returning to Florida International University for their open head coaching position.

McKinney goes from unknown to All-American

STARKVILLE — Benardrick McKinney wasn’t even sure if he was going to be a consistent member of the starting lineup at middle linebacker.

MSU football team gets commitments from two JUCO WRs

STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State University football team dealt quickly with the loss of a wide receiver who rescinded a verbal commitment by adding two more.

MSU’s Class of 2013 class of recruits grew Sunday after East Mississippi Community College wide receiver Corey Smith pledged his services to the Bulldogs following a visiting to the Starkville campus.

MSU, Northwestern have followed similar roads to success

STARKVILLE — Fans of the Mississippi State University and the Northwestern University football teams aren’t surprised their teams will play on New Year’s Day.

Welcome to a new era of football at MSU and Northwestern.

MSU’s Stricklin has plans for school’s Olympic sports

STARKVILLE — Every year, Mississippi State University Director of Athletics Scott Stricklin sits down with the Bulldog Club financial booster groups and explains what project is next on campus.

With the MSU football staff already moving in to the new Seal Football Complex, a $25 million football-only facility, the next objective on Stricklin’s to-do list is to improve the facilities for MSU’s Olympic sports.

Banks makes history, wins Jim Thorpe Award

STARKVILLE — When he decided to return for his senior season at Mississippi State University, Johnthan Banks’ defensive coordinator knew his standout player had a chance to accomplish big things.

MSU embraces ugly basketball against UTSA

STARKVILLE — Even teammates were starting to get on Mississippi State University senior forward Wendell Lewis about his poor start to the 2012-13 season.

Not any longer.

Borchert shows all-around game in victory

STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State University men’s basketball coaches have stressed to Colin Borchert there are ways he can contribute without scoring.

Ray concerned about team’s slow starts away from home

STARKVILLE — Rick Ray isn’t interested in hearing his team played hard and fought back last weekend.

Mississippi State University’s first-year men’s basketball coach doesn’t believe the Bulldogs should have put themselves in that position.

MSU will face Northwestern in Gator Bowl

STARKVILLE — For the second time in three years, the Mississippi State University football team will have New Year’s Day plans.

Despite projections, MSU remained confident it would go to Gator Bowl

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State Director of Athletics Scott Stricklin wasn’t fazed by the projections, speculation, or rumors that had the school’s football team going somewhere other than Jacksonville, Fla.

Yellow Jackets exit Class 5A on top

JACKSON — After more than 23 years, Jamie Mitchell finally has a gold ball trophy.