Arizona vs. Mississippi State Short Report | Sep 9, 2023
Davis Wade Stadium
Starkville, MS
Sep 9, 2023
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Game Recap
The Mississippi State Bulldogs edged out the Arizona Wildcats 31-24 in an overtime thriller at Davis Wade Stadium. Both teams displayed a resilient effort, with the Wildcats coming back from a 14-point deficit to tie the game late in the fourth quarter. Despite numerous turnovers by Arizona, they managed to force overtime with a late field goal.
In overtime, Mississippi State's Will Rogers connected with Jeffery Pittman for a touchdown, and the defense held strong to seal the victory. Jayden De Laura, despite four interceptions, put on a valiant effort for Arizona, both in the air and on the ground. It was a hard-fought battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Key Plays:
Will Rogers (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Jo'quavious Marks (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Jayden De Laura (Arizona Wildcats)
Will Rogers (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Jacob Cowing (Arizona Wildcats)
Jayden De Laura (Arizona Wildcats)
Kyle Ferrie (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Tyler Loop (Arizona Wildcats)
Will Rogers (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Shawn Preston Jr. (Mississippi State Bulldogs)
Standout Players:
Will Rogers (Mississippi State Bulldogs, QB)
Completed 13 of 17 passes for 162 yards and three touchdowns, including the game-winning pass in overtimeJo'quavious Marks (Mississippi State Bulldogs, RB)
Rushed 24 times for 123 yards and a touchdown, and also caught 4 passes for 32 yardsJayden De Laura (Arizona Wildcats, QB)
Despite four interceptions, threw for 342 yards and two touchdowns, and rushed for another touchdownTetairoa McMillan (Arizona Wildcats, WR)
Caught 8 passes for 161 yards and a touchdown, providing a crucial offensive spark for ArizonaShawn Preston Jr. (Mississippi State Bulldogs, S)
Recorded 7 total tackles and a key interception in overtime to clinch the victory for Mississippi State
Team
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4
T
Arizona Wildcats
0
7
7
10
24
Mississippi State Bulldogs
14
0
7
3
31
