On September 5, 2024, the ULM Warhawks traveled to Starkville, Mississippi, where they were outclassed by the Mississippi State Bulldogs in a 62-13 defeat that highlighted the gulf between the two programs.
Game Overview
Mississippi State unleashed a relentless offensive attack, amassing 762 total yards while ULM could only muster 278, a disparity that underscored the Bulldogs' dominance on both sides of the ball.
Early in the contest, the Bulldogs struck quickly with touchdowns from Kamario Taylor, Sanfrisco Magee and Xavier Gayten, and a 70-yard pass to Marquis Johnson that extended their lead. ULM’s defense, anchored by Noah Flemmings and Jabari Tiller, managed nine tackles and broke up two passes but could not halt the onslaught.
ULM’s offensive contributions were modest; quarterback Aidan Armenta completed 10 of 16 passes for a 63% success rate and added 67 rushing yards, while running back Austin Carlisle contributed a touchdown and 73 yards on the ground in the second half, though third‑down conversions remained a persistent problem.
Despite the deficit, ULM found a bright spot when Abram Murray kicked a career‑high 52‑yard field goal, his seventh such achievement for the Warhawks, and J.J. Hill’s 57‑yard rush set up a 55-13 advantage for Mississippi State in the fourth quarter, further illustrating the Bulldogs' control.
The Warhawks now turn their attention to the road ahead, preparing for a September 12 showdown at UAB in Birmingham, scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT, a contest that will test whether ULM can translate its limited success into a more competitive performance.