Mississippi State University revealed that its football team will host the Chattanooga Mocs at Davis Wade Stadium on August 27, 2033, as part of the Bulldogs’ 2033 schedule. The announcement marks the latest chapter in a series that has spanned more than a century of college football.
Historical Significance
The upcoming contest will be the sixth meeting between the two programs, with the first encounter dating back to 1909 and the most recent prior game occurring in 1947. Mississippi State holds a perfect 4‑0 record in those meetings, outscoring Chattanooga 130‑13 across the four victories.
As part of the agreement, the Bulldogs will pay Chattanooga a $550,000 guarantee for the 2033 game, underscoring the financial considerations that accompany high‑profile non‑conference matchups in the Football Bowl Subdivision.
The scheduling move fits into a broader strategy by Mississippi State to maintain a diverse slate of opponents, including five future games against FCS teams such as Tennessee Tech, North Alabama, and West Georgia. The Bulldogs have also slated a 2027 rematch with Chattanooga, a game that was previously announced but now gains additional context with the 2033 date.
Chattanooga enters its eighth season under head coach Rusty Wright, who brings a 42‑34 overall record and a 2023 FCS Playoff appearance to the program. The Mocs compete in the Southern Conference (SoCon) and are preparing for a demanding road schedule that includes visits to Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia Southern, San Jose State, and Middle Tennessee in the coming years.
Beyond the Mississippi State series, Chattanooga’s calendar features high‑profile road games against traditional powerhouses, reflecting the team’s ambition to test itself against top-tier competition while remaining rooted in its FCS identity.