Ole Miss Dominates Mississippi State in Regular Season Clash, 38-19
Recap of Ole Miss vs Mississippi State (38-19). Game highlights, key performances, and analysis.
Ole Miss Dominates Mississippi State in Regular Season Clash, 38-19
Game Result Overview
Ole Miss emerged victorious over Mississippi State in a hard-fought regular season contest, securing a 38-19 victory. The Rebels' offense proved too potent for the Bulldogs to contain, ultimately leading to a comfortable win. Mississippi State fought valiantly, but Ole Miss's consistent scoring and defensive plays proved to be the difference.
Key Individual Performances
Ole Miss's Kewan Lacy led the rushing attack with a strong performance, accumulating 143 yards on 27 carries and scoring one touchdown. Deuce Alexander was a key target for Ole Miss, racking up 94 receiving yards and a touchdown on just two receptions. De'Zhaun Stribling also made a significant impact for the Rebels, catching four passes for 66 yards and two touchdowns. On the defensive side, Kapena Gushiken and TJ Dottery each tallied nine tackles for Ole Miss, showcasing their presence on the field. Suntarine Perkins contributed with eight tackles.
Mississippi State's quarterback, Trinidad Chambliss, put up impressive numbers through the air, throwing for 359 yards and four touchdowns on 23 of 34 passing. Brenen Thompson was his primary target, hauling in six passes for 80 yards. The Bulldogs' rushing attack was led by Fluff Bothwell, who gained 80 yards on 17 carries. Isaac Smith led the Mississippi State defense with 13 tackles. Brylan Lanier and Jahron Manning each contributed with nine tackles.
Turning Points
Several key plays swung the momentum throughout the game. In the second quarter, Fluff Bothwell had a significant run for 43 yards, giving Mississippi State a boost. However, Ole Miss answered back with a 43-yard field goal in the third quarter. The fourth quarter proved pivotal. Ole Miss's Trinidad Chambliss connected with Deuce Alexander for an 88-yard touchdown pass, extending their lead. Mississippi State's offense struggled with sacks, with quarterback Kamario Taylor being sacked multiple times. In the second quarter, Mississippi State had a significant loss of 5 yards on a kneel-down. In the fourth quarter, Taylor was sacked for a loss of 5 yards.
Looking Ahead
Ole Miss will look to build on this performance as they continue their regular season. Mississippi State will need to regroup and address their offensive struggles to improve in their upcoming games. Both teams will analyze the game film, focusing on areas for improvement to prepare for their next opponents. The Rebels' strong offensive performance and the Bulldogs' efforts in the passing game highlighted areas of strength and areas that need improvement for both teams.