Mississippi State Headlines
- Mississippi State gets it going in second half, defeats Southern Miss 34-17
- Source: The Associated Press via HailState.com
- Recap: The Bulldogs started their season with a hard-fought 34-17 victory on the road against Southern Miss. After a sluggish first half, Mississippi State’s offense exploded in the third quarter with three straight scoring drives, outgaining the Golden Eagles 199-25 in the quarter and taking a commanding lead. Quarterback Blake Shapen, returning from a shoulder injury, threw for 270 yards and a touchdown. The defense came up with crucial stops and a late interception to seal the win.
- Link: https://apnews.com/article/mississippi-st-southern-miss-score-0b530641d214ac90730710519a7f1770
- Mississippi State 34, Southern Miss 17
- Recap: As detailed above, the Bulldogs found their rhythm in the second half, relying on a dominant ground game and a strong defensive performance to pull away from a pesky Southern Miss team. The Bulldogs’ offense, despite early penalties, was able to control the clock and put the game out of reach in the third quarter.
- Source: https://hailstate.com/sports/football/archives
- No. 21 Ole Miss 63, Georgia State 7
- Recap: Ole Miss started the Lane Kiffin era’s sixth season with a resounding victory. Quarterback Austin Simmons, in his first career start, impressed by throwing for 341 yards and three touchdowns. The Rebels’ offense was nearly unstoppable, racking up 695 total yards.
- Source: https://www.secsports.com/news/2025/08/austin-simmons-no-21-ole-miss-rout-georgia-state
- LSU 17, No. 4 Clemson 10
- Recap: In a marquee non-conference matchup, LSU pulled off a significant road upset against Clemson. This win is a massive statement for the Tigers and helps the SEC start the season on a high note.
- Source: https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/news/acc-football-rapid-reaction-lsu-picks-up-massive-road-win-at-clemson/
- No. 15 Florida 55, LIU 0
- Recap: The Gators handled their business against a Division I-FCS opponent. Quarterback DJ Lagway threw for three touchdowns in a half of work before the starters were pulled. The Gators defense was stellar, allowing only 86 total yards for the game.
- Source: https://apnews.com/article/liu-florida-score-fc7b06d41c576eeb27480d35d5e27e87
- No. 19 Texas A&M 42, UTSA 24
- Recap: Texas A&M got a win in their season opener, holding off a competitive UTSA team.
- Source: https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/news/college-football/sec-football-schedule-saturday-aug-30-kickoff-times-and-tv-listings/
- Oklahoma 35, Illinois State 3
- Recap: In their first game as members of the SEC, the Oklahoma Sooners made a statement with a dominant victory.
- Source: https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/news/college-football/sec-football-schedule-saturday-aug-30-kickoff-times-and-tv-listings/
- Vanderbilt 45, Charleston Southern 3
- Recap: Vanderbilt started its season on a high note with a convincing win over Charleston Southern.
- Source: https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/news/college-football/sec-football-schedule-saturday-aug-30-kickoff-times-and-tv-listings/
- Alabama at Florida State
- Result: Florida State 31, Alabama 17
- Source: https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/boxscores/
- Arkansas at Alabama A&M
- Result: Arkansas 52, Alabama A&M 7
- Source: https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/boxscores/
- Georgia at Marshall
- Result: Georgia 45, Marshall 7
- Source: https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/boxscores/
- Kentucky at Toledo
- Result: Kentucky 21, Toledo 16
- Source: https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/boxscores/
- Missouri at Central Arkansas
- Result: Missouri 42, Central Arkansas 10
- Source: https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/boxscores/
- Tennessee vs. Syracuse
- Result: Tennessee 45, Syracuse 26
- Source: https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/boxscores/
- Auburn at Baylor
- Result: Baylor 28, Auburn 17
- Source: https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/boxscores/
- Texas at Ohio State
- Result: Ohio State 14, Texas 7
- Source: https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/boxscores/
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