Mississippi State gets on the SEC scoreboard by beating Arkansas. A low-scoring battle favored the Bulldog defense which gained valuable confidence in the road win. The offense survived with a new starting quarterback, safe play calling, and just one touchdown in the 7-3 win. A win at Auburn would keep MSU momentum going as well as all but assure bowl eligibility again. Coordinators Kevin Barbay and Matt Brock provide their weekly comments.

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After the one open date Mississippi State re-starts this 2023 season at Arkansas. The Bulldogs and Razorbacks are a combined 0-7 SEC so something has to give Saturday, with a 11:00am kickoff. Injury questions dominate Bulldog conversations. Quarterback Will Rogers' string of 38 consecutive starts is a question, and he is out Mike Wright steps in. Other Bulldogs of concern are lead running back Woody Marks, defensive end De'Monte Russell, placekicker Kyle Ferrie. Bulldog basketball is at SEC Media Days in Birmingham, while the Diamond Dogs are playing NCAA-allowed fall games off and on campus.

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Mississippi State's one open date of 2023 is well-timed for both current Bulldogs visiting the training room to recover; and a coaching staff that is out on the recruiting road.

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Bulldog football takes a break from SEC action to host Western Michigan. Coach Zach Arnett's team is bruised of body after three league losses. Who will see limited Saturday morning action or sit the game out entirely is a top topic. Arnett's priority is starter faster on offense, stronger on defense, and taking the first lead for a change. Coordinators Kevin Barbay and Matt Brock follow, then a press conference with basketball Coach Chris Jans as his Bulldogs are in week-two of preseason practicing.

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Alabama week has come early for Mississippi State this year. The SEC's nearest neighbors kick off at 8:00 for the final league broadcast slot. The Bulldogs (2-2) have a pair of league losses already before taking on the 11th-ranked Crimson Tide. State's passing game took off last weekend with deep throws and big hits not seen in years. But the ground game was stuffed and turnovers gave South Carolina enough margin. The Bulldog defense has taken consecutive batterings and injuries are adding up on the front line. Alabama's mobile quarterback will be hard enough to contain before a porous secondary breaks down again. Coach Zach Arnett is pushing home fans to turn out for both game day on campus and game time in Davis Wade Stadium.

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Mississippi State tries to recover from a beating by LSU with a first road trip of the season. The Bulldogs (2-1, 0-1 SEC) are at South Carolina (1-2, 0-1) with a 7:30 ET kickoff in Columbia. Coordinators Kevin Barbay and Matt Brock met with media after installation day practice.

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The SEC Network's Game Day crew is on the Mississippi State campus for the opening league weekend. Roman Harper and Tim Tebow talk about the matchup with LSU, the Bulldog program, and Coach Zach Arnett.

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Zach Arnett faces his first SEC challenge as Mississippi State head coach. The 2-0 Bulldogs open conference play hosting LSU (1-1) on Scott Field. The 11:00am central kickoff is not the fan-friendliest SEC scheduling but should impact the late-rising Tigers more, maybe? State should have won last year's match in Baton Rouge and can even the score Saturday.

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Mississippi State goes from beating a FCS visitor last week to hosting Power 5 Arizona this Saturday. The Bulldogs were efficient in all areas beating Southeastern Louisiana. The Pac 12 Wildcats are a major step-up in competition. And offensive coordinator Kevin Barbay talks about the opening win and how his unit will attack this week.

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The eight-month wait for Bulldog football is done. Mississippi State takes to Scott Field against Southeastern Louisiana. This is a veteran roster with an enthusiastic young head coach and aggressive coordinators both sides of the ball. Season ticket sales have set advance records and a lively crowd is expected on campus. The depth chart is headlined by familiar names but the backups include intriguing younger talents with several true freshmen. Team health seems good for opening day after a grueling training camp season.

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