A New Era for the Bulldogs
The Mississippi State Bulldogs will soon descend on Tampa, Florida, for the SEC’s annual media days, a three‑day showcase that runs from July 20 through July 23. The event draws the conference’s brightest storylines, and this year the Bulldogs are bringing a trio of standout players who are expected to shape the team’s fortunes.
At the center of the conversation is Kamario Taylor, who is slated to take the reins as the program’s full‑time starting quarterback. After seeing limited action as a freshman, Taylor stepped into the lineup for the final two games of last season, including the rivalry win over Ole Miss and the showdown with Wake Forest. His emergence marks a pivotal shift for the offense.
Joining him will be wide receiver Anthony Evans III, a transfer from Georgia who arrived in Starkville with high expectations. Evans led the Bulldogs last year with 67 catches and 831 receiving yards, numbers that placed him second in the conference. His skill set has already drawn praise from coaches and teammates alike.
In the secondary, cornerback Kelley Jones is being heralded as the team’s premier defensive back and a potential first‑round NFL draft prospect. Jones recorded 34 tackles, two interceptions and 13 passes defended in the previous campaign, underscoring his playmaking ability as the Bulldogs prepare for the upcoming draft cycle.
Season Opener on the Horizon
The Bulldogs open the season on September 5 against Louisiana‑Monroe at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Mississippi. The matchup will serve as the first test for the new‑look offense and a chance for the defense to showcase the depth that players like Jones bring.