The Mississippi State Bulldogs saw a modest but meaningful rise in the win column during the 2025 campaign, adding three victories to a season that felt like a turning point for the program.
Breakout Seasons in Review
Wide receiver Brenen Thompson shattered the school’s single‑season receiving yards record, while cornerback Kelley Jones cemented his reputation as a shutdown defender and earned projections as a first‑round selection in the 2027 NFL Draft. Anthony Evans III also topped his personal best for receiving yards by 743 yards, underscoring a productive offensive year.
Looking Ahead to 2026
The Bulldogs will count on a fresh wave of talent next season, with linebacker Tyler Lockhart, transfer Marquis Johnson, defensive lineman Will Whitson and tackle Jakheem Shumpert‑Perkins all slated to assume larger roles. Head coach Jeff Lebby, now in his third year, believes the continuity of his staff will help the team build on recent progress.
The program’s development is also shaped by its ties to institutions such as Mississippi State University and the University of Missouri, where some of the incoming players previously competed.