MSU survives trip to Troy

TROY, Ala. — The Mississippi State University football fans had their fears realized Saturday night.

But the Bulldogs and their fans will use the four-hour bus ride back to Starkville as a chance to exhale in relief.

Bumphis has career night vs. Troy

TROY, Ala. — The statistics show Mississippi State University senior wide receiver Chad Bumphis would be much better off suiting up only against non-conference opponents.

MSU makes most of Troy’s giveaways

TROY, Ala. — The problem for Troy University’s offense wasn’t an inability to move the ball against Mississippi State University’s defense.

Troy’s problem was it was a more than generous host Saturday night.

Columbus edges Louisville

The list of words to describe Columbus High School quarterback Trace Lee grew Friday night.

The 6-foot-1 junior already had been called an intelligent leader and an accurate passer prior to his team’s game Friday against Louisville High. His effort in a 21-13 victory allowed him to add resilient and gutsy to his list of adjectives.

Mullen, MSU want to stay focused for Troy

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University football coach Dan Mullen is concerned his players might struggle preparing for their first road game of the season at 6 p.m. Saturday at Troy University.

While MSU has basked in the glow of a 28-10 victory against Auburn University the past week, Troy has 13 players on its roster who were told they weren’t talented enough to play for a Southeastern Conference team.

MSU NOTEBOOK: Croom documentary close to airing

STARKVILLE — An ESPNU documentary is set to be released in less than two weeks featuring former Mississippi State University head coach Sylvester Croom.

First-ever Old Waverly Bulldog Invitational passes test, proves big hit

WEST POINT – Mississippi State University head women’s golf coach Ginger Brown-Lemm had one question when she took over the program two years ago.

Redmond’s 7-on-7 coach details booster’s violations in prospect’s recruitment

STARKVILLE — The 7-on-7 summer team coach of Mississippi State University freshman defensive back Will Redmond went into detail about the improper benefits he encountered during the college recruitment of the four-star prospect.

Reports: MSU to face Oklahoma State in 2013

STARKVILLE — According to multiple reports, a season opening football matchup between Mississippi State University and Oklahoma State University is being considered by both schools.

Redmond’s 7-on-7 coach speaks to radio program

STARKVILLE — The 7-on-7 summer team coach of Mississippi State University freshman defensive back Will Redmond said he saw improper benefits occur during the recruitment of the four-star prospect.

Malone grows up on Mississippi State offensive line

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University right guard Justin Malone just wasn’t completely sure he was ready for college football in the Southeastern Conference.

Banks continues manufacturing mistakes

STARKVILLE — Jonathan Banks is making the most of his opportunities.

Through the first 47 minutes of the Mississippi State University football team’s 28-10 victory against Auburn University on Saturday, the senior cornerback was challenged twice.

MSU’s Russell earns SEC honor

STARKVILLE — For the first time in 20 years, the Mississippi State University football team had a quarterback recognized as one of the conference’s best.

MSU’s Smith will request waiver for sixth year

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University offensive guard Tobias Smith said he’d like to return for another season of college football.

Dominating day for ‘Dogs: MSU routs Auburn

STARKVILLE — Dominating is a word the Mississippi State University football team rarely gets to use when it plays Auburn University.

On Saturday, MSU controlled nearly every aspect of the game in a 28-10 victory before a sellout crowd of 56,111 at Scott Field at Davis Wade Stadium. The sellout, the ninth largest in stadium history, was the 18th in a row.

Russell shines directing MSU offense

STARKVILLE — This is officially Tyler Russell’s offense at Mississippi State University.

For nearly three years, the junior quarterback has been referred to as the future, but Saturday he proved his present is something to behold.

Green gets revenge against Auburn

STARKVILLE — Marcus Green spent the spring practices on the sidelines determining if he still wanted to play college football.

Yellow Jackets lose Baker in loss to Green Wave

STARKVILLE — The nightmare continued Friday night for the Starkville High School football team against quality competition.

The list of challenges in the non-region schedule got longer for coach Jamie Mitchell as his team fell to West Point 47-22. The defeat was the second-worst loss since he took the job in Starkville.

Myles will start tonight at QB for Starkville

STARKVILLE — There’s no quarterback controversy at Starkville High School.

In the minds of Starkville coach Jamie Mitchell and his assistant coaches, a starting quarterback doesn’t lose his job because of injury.

Columbus High guard Patterson commits to MSU

STARKVILLE — Vic Shaefer picked up an extremely popular verbal commitment over the weekend as the new women’s basketball head coach tries to establish his recruiting reputation at Mississippi State University.