Southern Miss vs. Mississippi State Short Report | Nov 18, 2023
Davis Wade Stadium
Starkville, MS
Nov 18, 2023
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Game Recap
Mississippi State Bulldogs triumphed over the Southern Miss Golden Eagles with a 41-20 victory on November 18, 2023. The game featured impressive performances on both sides, notably from Bulldogs' running back Jeffery Pittman with a 59-yard rushing touchdown. Southern Miss showed resilience, highlighted by Jakarius Caston's 98-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.
The Bulldogs' defense was a force to be reckoned with, including a notable 60-yard interception return for a touchdown by Jett Johnson. Despite the Golden Eagles making a few key plays, Mississippi State's balanced attack and solid defensive plays marked their dominance throughout the game. Both teams' efforts showcased a mix of impressive offensive drives and standout defensive stops, making for an engaging match.
Key Plays:
Ethan Crawford (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Kyle Ferrie (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Will Rogers (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Nathaniel Watson (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Will Rogers (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Billy Wiles (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Jakarius Caston (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Jeffery Pittman (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Jett Johnson (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Standout Players:
Jeffery Pittman (Mississippi State Bulldogs, RB)
Rushed for 98 yards on 10 attempts, including a 59-yard touchdown.Will Rogers (Mississippi State Bulldogs, QB)
Completed 12 of 27 passes for 144 yards and 2 touchdowns.Jakarius Caston (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, WR)
Caught 2 passes for 88 yards and a touchdown; also returned a kickoff for a 98-yard touchdown.Jett Johnson (Mississippi State Bulldogs, LB)
Had 3 solo tackles, 18 assisted tackles, 1 sack, and a critical 69-yard interception return for a touchdown.Frank Gore Jr. (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, RB)
Rushed for 66 yards on 22 attempts and caught 5 passes for 29 yards and a touchdown.
Team
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2
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4
T
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
7
0
0
13
20
Mississippi State Bulldogs
3
13
7
18
41
