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Mississippi State and LSU have had a long standing baseball rivalry. The Tigers have had the better of it the past two decades, but State handled business last season. What should fans expect this weekend?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This time last Friday, college football fans were debating the SEC schedule adjustments. By Saturday it appeared the entire season was set to come crashing down. Hopefully, this weekend college football will take a weekend in off Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State got six home runs in a 13-2 victory over Tennessee-Martin on Tuesday. The Bulldogs had all of the horses pulling and generated offense up and down the order.Fans would also be surprised to learn that the Bulldogs have among the best records in the SEC over their last ten games.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Big-10 and Pac-12 followed through as expected and canceled their respective football seasons for this fall. Many wondered how the Big-12 would vote. Late yesterday evening, the league's ADs and presidents voted to stay the course and push towards a season this fall. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State had to get one over the weekend and they did. State fans hoped to win the series, but had to settle for one. That one snapped a streak of eight straight losses to the Razorbacks. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's a long show today as we have a lot to discuss. The 2020 college football hangs by a thread with the Big 10 canceling their season. The SEC, ACC and Big-12 could find a way to work things out to play, but will they? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State has not had much luck with Arkansas in recent years. It is funny how it all works out though. The Hog swept the Dogs in Starkville and then sat at home on their sofas watching the Diamond Dawgs win the national title. This weekend will be interesting to say the least. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The SEC is expected to release the football opponents for each league team today. The order of appearance is expected to come next week. So we may not know when, but we should know who and where shortly. In other news, the SEC announced protocols for competition earlier today. I break it all down on today's show. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State comes from behind to beat Memphis, but it took some fireworks from the coach to jumpstart the offense. Coach Chris Lemonis was ejected in the game and his team responded to win on the road.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State and the rest of the SEC's football programs will begin fall camp on August 17th. Yes, the start date has been moved back, but so has the season. It stands to reason. The league is expected to announce its football schedule later this week. What should Bulldog fans expect and when? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State posted a 3-1 record last week. If they can replicate that this week, then fans will feel even better about the direction of the season. We take a look back at the week that was today and pay tribute to Foo Fighters' drummer Taylor Hawkins who passed away over the weekend.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Mississippi State family suffered a terrible loss over the weekend when former coach and player D.J. Looney died of a heart attack following a workout on the campus of Louisiana-Lafayette. Today, I share some insight into the person D.J. was as well as his love for Mississippi State. In other news, we talk men's basketball and the Robert Woodard decision. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State has scored 45 in their most recent three games. Can the bats stay hot against an Alabama staff without a shutdown starter? State really needs all three this weekend to climb into the SEC race and a shot at a potential hosting spot.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The SEC plans to play football this year, but only against each other this regular season. What does that mean for Mississippi State? State will need to play well to have a winning season, but the Bulldogs might catch a bit of a break with how the proposed schedule falls. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State will host Southern University this evening at Dudy Noble Field. This weekend a pretty average Alabama team will come to town too. You hate to be greedy, but State needs all four of these. At the very least, State has to have a 3-1 week.With a big road trip coming up to Arkansas, it would help State's standing in the league to be 4-2 in the SEC Standings before we head to the Natural State.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State picked up a verbal commitment of Malik Nabers on Tuesday. Nabers is a big time play maker that should be a great addition to the Mike Leach offense. What's next in recruiting and what should fans expect to see in the coming months with in state recruiting. Another top ten list and a bit of a history lesson as we look back to the early days of Bulldog football. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State has completed two major coaching searches in the past few weeks. The most recent ended with Chris Jans joining the ranks of the maroon and white to champion the Bulldog men's basketball program.The Diamond Dawgs scored a ton of runs over the weekend, but still lost the series at Georgia. What did we learn about the team?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State added Alabama basketball tranfser Javian Davis earlier today. A native of Canton, MSJ, Davis will enroll this fall with three years of eligibility remaining. A waiver for this year is pending. The Bulldog football team is looking to sign five OLs in this class, but have just one in the boat. What should Mississippi State fans expect going forward. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State and Coach Ben Howland have parted ways after seven seasons. The news is not a shock and was expected by most. The bottom line is that it was time for a change.So who will Mississippi State hire? The latest update on today's show.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State signed six 2020 wide receivers for the class of 2020. The Bulldogs are chasing at least four more in 2021. That position group is undergoing a complete overhaul. So what should fans expect in the weeks ahead on the recruiting trail? I take a look today. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State will be on the road tonight in a first round NIT game against Virginia. What should fans expect?The Diamond Dawgs knocked off Binghamton on Monday and will head to Georgia with a four game winning streak.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State players and coaches are back on the practice fields, but so far the work has been about physical fitness. Next week, the Bulldogs will have the chance to begin walk-thrus as they try to install a new scheme on both sides of the football. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State had a winning weekend on the baseball diamond. The Bulldogs needed three wins and got three wins. State will play another non-conference game today and then head to Athens to open SEC play.Former Louisville assistant coach Sam Purcell accepted the Mississippi State women's basketball head coaching position. Purcell is billed as a tremendous recruiter who knows the lay of the land when it comes to women's hoops.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State picked up the commitment of Florida linebacker Timar Rogers on Friday. What's next in Bulldog recruiting? In other news, what does the recent baseball legislation really mean to Mississippi State and others? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State baseball will host a winless Princeton team on the diamond this weekend. State needs all three and then need to win in the midweek ahead of the road trip to Georgia. It's time to get it right.The Bulldog basketball team won over South Carolina last night to keep their season alive. State will take on Tennessee tonight in hopes of advancing in the SEC tourney.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State has been able to strike gold in the late recruiting hills over the years. The Bulldogs have used some of the final scholarships in their annual allotments to add players who have gone on to great football careers. Another top ten list and a look at men's basketball. Can the Bulldogs win this winter? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State needed something to go right on Tuesday and several things did. The Bulldogs got a 12 strikeout performance from Parker Stinnett and a three-run dinger from Hunter Hines as part of a nine-run inning that decided the game. The Bulldogs are back in action tonight at MGM against Texas Tech to close out the two-game set.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State hired former Bulldog linebacker Jamar Chaney away from the Florida Gators' football program earlier today. Chaney was a star linebacker back during Sylvester Croom's tenure. What will Chaney bring to the table? Also, the Mississippi community college football programs are at a crossroads. Will they play in the fall or the in the spring. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State dropped two out of three to Tulane. Those losses matter, but a pair of Bulldog pitchers are out of action after the weekend. I give you the latest on what we have learned on today's show.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State AD John Cohen and the other athletic directors around the league are in Birmingham to discuss the 2020 football season possibilities. What can we learn from today? Will the SEC follow suit or blaze its own trail? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State dropped a tough game to Southern Miss on Wednesday. The Bulldog bats struggled for the second straight game.On the basketball court, Coach Ben Howland's team nearly pulled off a major upset. State forced overtime, but faltered in the final minutes. We lament those losses together and look ahead to the road trip to Tulane and the final regular season game for hoops at A&M.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The BIg-10 announced on Thursday that the league would move forward with football against only in conference games. All non-conference games are slated to be canceled. With that domino tumbled, news soon spread that other conferences planned to follow suit. The SEC stopped short of making a decision. What will the league do and when? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The State bats struggled against a soft tossing lefty from Grambling. Brad Cumbest delivered the game winning RBI with a solo HR in the 2-1 win.A win is a win, but the Bulldog bats continue to be inconsistent. How much of that had to do with the opponent?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State could begin the season with four senior starters on the offensive line. How the battle for the center position will likely determine how those numbers play out. I also spend some time talking about the OLs of the future as the Bulldog coaches work through their options for the 2021 signing class. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State dropped a game to a bad team on Friday, but rebounded for the final two games against Northern Kentucky. State has a busy week with five games six days. On the basketball side, the Mississippi State men beat Vandy and the ladies lost on senior day against Arkansas. SEC tournament play awaits. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State and other college football programs are working through some new "if this, then what" scenarios when it comes to testing for the COVID-19 virus. There are a lot of new protocols in place to ensure that infection is minimized. How realistic are they? In other news, the Bulldog running backs have talent. Outside of Kylin Hill, they have little in the way of experience. What's a fair outlook for the season? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State lost another men's basketball game and will need to win the SEC tournament to make the NCAA tournament. The same can likely be said for the women. Chances are there will be post season without either Mississippi State team.On the baseball side, State will welcome Northern Kentucky to town. The Norse pitching staff got battered last weekend at East Tennessee. The Bulldogs look to follow suit this weekend. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State signed three corners last year and appear poised to do the same this year. Cortez Eatmon is already in the boat, but the Bulldogs are chasing a pair of high schoolers as well. Can State fill their needs within the state or will some other prospects wind up on the Bulldog roster? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State blasted UAPB on Tuesday to the tune of 17-1. Jackson Fristoe was outstanding and some reserves had big days at the plate. The Mississippi State men will be at South Carolina and the ladies will be at Tennessee tonight. Both teams need wins to stay in the NCAA tournament conversation.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State fans were in a panic on Wednesday after word spread that tailgating on campus might be shut down. I have an update from the source on today's show. In other news, Tyrell Shavers is set to join team workouts soon. I spoke with Steve Spurrier earlier today to find out what the Bulldogs are getting in the Alabama grad transfer. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State dropped two of three to Long Beach State. Tip of the cap for the Dirt Bag pitchers, but the State hitters had some say in their own struggles. What needs to change?The Mississippi State men won a pair of games against Mizzou over the weekend keeping their NCAA tournament chances alive. The women have lost three in a row. Will their be Big Dance dreams on either side?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State's Kylin Hill has become a central figure in the decision to change the state flag. The fact that a Bulldog is involved with change should come as no surprise. It's what we do. The Bulldogs are on a strong recruiting run right now and more new commitments are on the way. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State will open the 2022 college baseball season on Friday in the first of a three game series against Long Beach State. The Dirtbags won a series against State back in 2020 before life went crazy. The Bulldogs will look to return the favor. Mississippi State lost midweek games on the men's and women's side this week. What does that mean for their tournament hopes?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State has been in the mix with several talented pass catchers this recruiting cycle. The Bulldogs have been mentioned in connection with a handful of four stars from the southeast. Could State be close to a commitment or two? It appears so. No flag vote today, but look for business to pick up over the weekend. In other news, some Diamond Dawgs are cashing in. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Mississippi State women got outscored 24-10 in the final quarter of a road loss at Kentucky. The Bulldogs faltered down the stretch, but the team is still expected to make the NCAA tourney.On the men's side, State will travel to Alabama today to take on Alabama. The Bulldogs have not won in Tuscaloosa since 2016. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State brings in fourteen players today to join summer workouts. Many of them will be asked to play this fall. Who should fans get to know before the team takes the field this fall? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Mississippi State women picked up a big win over the weekend as they took down Ole Miss to split the season series. The Lady Bulldogs are projected to make the NCAA tournament. What a story!The Bulldog men have lost three straight and the season teeters on the brink of another missed opportunity. What should fans expect?In other news, I break down the SEC West baseball preview. Who's on top? The usual suspects of course.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State senior running back Kylin Hill announced earlier today that he would no longer represent the state of Mississippi unless the state flag was changed. In under a week's time, the state of Mississippi has seen the SEC and Conference USA announce that they will not hold championships events in the state, the NCAA prohibit all post season games on Mississippi soil and now a potential player boycott. What will tomorrow bring? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State dropped another important resume building opportunity on Wednesday with a loss to Tennessee. State is running out of chances to prove that they are a tournament team.On the women's side, the ladies dropped a tough game to Florida. They get a chance to get another big resume building win against Ole Miss. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey released a statement on Thursday night about the state of flag of Mississippi. Sankey suggested that if the flag continues to fly over the Magnolia State that the SEC may prevent league championship tournaments from taking place in Mississippi. There is a lot of discussion about changing the flag, so where do we go from here? I offer what I have learned and what I think on today's show. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mississippi State has a chance to make both the men's and women's NCAA tournaments. Neither is a certainty, but both teams could boost their stock with big home wins in the midweek this week.On the baseball side of things, I preview the SEC Eastern Division. The #1 team is not Vandy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy