Bulldogs hopeful Perkins returns to the backfield against Arkansas
STARKVILLE — One of the first things Mississippi State head coach Dan Mullen is likely to do when he arrives at the Bryan Building each morning this week is check the trainers report.
Mirando says MSU receivers have to get better
STARKVILLE — The message from Mississippi State receivers coach Angelo Mirando is consistent: His players have work to do.
Entering the fourth week of the season, tailbacks Vick Ballard and LaDarius Perkins lead the Bulldogs in receptions.
“Let’s get this straight, everybody needs to continue to work,” Mirando said. “We got a lot of work to do, but that’s everywhere. If we’re satisfied with whatever we’ve done the first three weeks then we need to get our heads checked.”
MSU, Auburn have dynamic duos at running back
STARKVILLE — The Auburn and Mississippi State defenses see rushing games that have speed and power every day.
MSU promoting players learning multiple positions
STARKVILLE — The question this season for the Mississippi State football team’s coaching staff isn’t where it will put players but how many positions those guys will play.
MSU football players return to campus
STARKVILLE — Anxious to return to the field, members of Mississippi State’s football team reported to campus Monday.
Players unanimously agree maintenance to sustain the team’s intensity and work ethic wasn’t needed despite new-found success and accolades after a 9-4 season and a top-25 ranking.