Paul Jones
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Christian, Husband, Father #On3 #MaroonandWhiteDaily Publisher of Maroon and White Daily
Starkville, Miss.
Joined June 2011
No better feeling than to see your children accept Jesus as their Savior. True blessing to see our youngest give his life to the Lord this morning.
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Hat tip to Auburn basketball fans. I’ve covered college basketball for nearly 25 years and I’ve never seen that many opposing team’s fans at Humphrey Coliseum as I did tonight.
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Praying for Coach Leach and his family. They all could use your prayers.
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2018 Mississippi State quarterback Jalen Mayden tells me that he is sticking with new coach Joe Moorhead and the Bulldogs.
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ESPN 30 for 30: What if I told you the smallest players in college baseball stood tall in Omaha?.
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On June 30th of 2021, the phrase "That's so Mississippi State" has been officially retired.
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It’s been very touching to see other schools supporting Mike Leach on our site the past couple of days. It shows the kind of man Mike Leach is and how people he is impacting.
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Great to see Zach Arnett being promoted to head coach at Mississippi State.
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Willie Gay, Chris Jones, Martinas Rankin and Braxton Hoyett all at Kansas City now.
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Please continue to keep Mike Leach, his family, his players, his staff, his personnel, his commitments and the entire Mississippi State family in your prayers.
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My youngest son’s first game at The Hump went pretty well tonight @Wrogers__2 @emmanuelforbes7
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Iverson Molinar's parents from Panama surprised him last night at the team hotel and got to see their son score 18 points tonight in the win at A&M. First time he's seen his parents in a year.
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Hats off to State's recruiting staff. Three years ago they helped keep the class together after the late firing of Moorhead. Then the job they did after the tragic passing of Mike Leach. They don't get near the credit they deserve for their work in the past few years. Unreal.
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No matter how intense you think this Egg Bowl is, that was a dirty hit that DeMarquis Gates put on Fitzgerald. Went straight for his leg and no way that is 'just football'.
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North Carolina transfer Garrison Brooks confirms on his Instagram page that he’s transferring to Mississippi State. Big get for the Bulldogs.
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Incredible job by Mississippi State's staff on the recruiting trail during this very difficult time. Impressive to say the least.
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For the first time in our lives, we can finally say it: Mississippi State is the National Champion!.
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Lol these ESPN announcers really need to tone down their bias. Embarrassing.
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Ben Howland also had a message for Mississippi State basketball fans today during his Zoom meeting with the media: "Buy your season tickets now. Get on board now. We are going to be good and this is going to be fun. The Hump is going to rock.".
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2020 wr Malik Heath reports to 247Sports that he has committed to Mississippi State.
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Sadly, we don’t always know the depths of someone’s depression until it is too late. 🥺 May I please have even 1 friend to copy and re-post? I am trying to demonstrate that someone is listening. Just one. Anyone ♥️.
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Lamar Jackson finds Mark McLaurin again. Good chemistry between those two.
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Mississippi State adds Mississippi State transfer.
Thank You Coach Arnett, Micheal Tardy And My Bulldog Family!! IM BACK!👀.#HailState🐶.
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Dan Mullen transformed Mississippi State to Hail State and should be thanked for the job he did of rebuilding the program. That said, the new coach is walking into a program with a loaded roster of talent. Sky ain't falling.
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If South Carolina holds on, will the ESPN announcers storm the court?.
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Some personal news: This week is my last week at 247Sports and my final day is Saturday. It's been an incredible journey for me and I owe so much to 247Sports. Excited to begin a new chapter but will greatly miss the great men and women that make up 247Sports.
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On the day Elgton Jenkins was offered by the Bulldogs, he told his mother "When I got the offer from Mississippi State, I told my mom that I was going to go to Mississippi State, put my head down and just grind. That is what I did and that is what got me to this point today.".
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The NCAA acted quickly and was proactive in canceling events. So let’s see that same type of swiftness when it comes to granting those athletes an extra year.
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Ben Howland confirms that Mississippi State center Abdul Ado has decided to not return for a second senior season and will pursue a professional career. Great guy and pulling for Ado.
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A man with class, as always. One of the best people I've ever worked with at Mississippi State.
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I know a team in the SEC that played with 49 available scholarship players in back to back weeks.
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Not even 10 am yet and Mississippi State has a large majority of its class officially signed. Incredible work but they ain't done yet.
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Always a class act.
Former Mississippi State coach Joe Moorhead donates lunch for Starkville Police Department.
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Heck of an Egg Bowl and heck of an effort by a short-handed Mississippi State team.
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A pair of 2019 commits in football, a basketball transfer commits and a walkoff Diamond Dog win. Not a bad day, at all.
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Heck of a coaching job this year by Chris Lemonis and his staff. Had to manage around adversity and made a lot of right calls. Great job to get back to Omaha.
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Mississippi State's Martinas Rankin is a good example for any players frustrated with the recruiting process. Rankin had zero D1 offers after HS career and worked his way into an NFL 3rd Round selection today.
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Bulldog commit Chris Parson urging class to stick together to honor Mike Leach via @247sports.
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It is such an advantage for Miss State when Humphrey Coliseum is rocking as it is tonight. Needs to happen more often.
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No matter your thoughts on Covid protocol, the NCAA made a stupid decision to settle a championship event this way. Push it back if need be. But let everyone have a chance to compete.
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Standing ovation for Tyson Carter as he exits the game, and he kisses the midcourt logo on his way out. Outstanding.
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Mike Leach is now coaching at Mississippi State. Still hard to believe. Life comes at you fast.
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2019 OL and 247Sports three-star Nick Pendley confirms that he has committed to Mississippi State. Another solid OL get for Joe Moorhead and Marcus Johnson
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So far today Mississippi State has added the No. 3, No. 4 and No. 6 rated prospects in the state for the Class of 2020
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Prayers needed for Houston senior and Mississippi State commit Calvin McMillian. He was unconscious after the game and currently being put in an ambulance here in Macon.
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By far the least amount of drama I’ve ever covered with a Mississippi State recruiting class. Tip of the hat to Joe Moorhead and his staff.
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With the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft completed, Mississippi State, Alabama and Clemson had the most players selected with 3 apiece.
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It should also be stated that one of Mike Leach's first - and best - moves was to keep the current recruiting staff. Those men and women are excellent at their job.
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BREAKING: 2024 combo guard and 247Composite four-star prospect Dellquan Warren of Keystone (Pa.) Athletic Academy tells me he has committed to Mississippi State. Dogs first 2024 commit
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College football lost one of its most game-changing coaches and one of its best personalities today. Prayers to Mike Leach’s family and to the Mississippi State program and family. God be with you all.
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Update: McMillian was responsive and awake in the ambulance. Houston coaches said he just passed out after expending a lot of energy. God is good.
Prayers needed for Houston senior and Mississippi State commit Calvin McMillian. He was unconscious after the game and currently being put in an ambulance here in Macon.
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Florida State commit Luke Altmyer known for his arm. But he just went 74 yards for a TD run on Starkville's first play @CNee247.
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Big for instate recruiting with Chad Bumphis returning to Mississippi State.
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My dad told me tonight he’s tired of the lockdown keeping him from church. Said just keep the elderly at home and let him and others return to church. My dad’s about to turn 74.
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36,739 is the attendance and that sets a new spring game record at Mississippi State.
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For an official to call that blocking in the back against Deddrick, hard to even describe how bad that is.
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New Mississippi State commit and Marshall transfer Andrew Taylor: “I think Mississippi State is one piece away from being a national championship contender and that is how I see it going.”
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Confirmed by a source, Mississippi State basketball center Jimmy Bell will join the State football team Thursday and begin spring practice.
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Lol "Look in the Corner" she says, like she's trying to coach South Carolina. Literally the worst I've ever heard. ESPN should be embarrassed.
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How much does the crowd at The Hump help a team? Shak Moore on his back-to-back 3s in OT: "I just felt the energy from our fans, our sixth man as they say. They brought the energy and it brought the confidence for us.".
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2021 receiver and 247Sports three-star prospect Brandon Buckhaulter tells me that he has flipped his commitment from Ole Miss to Mississippi State. Was in Starkville today
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Mississippi State sophomore Shawn Jones announces on his instagram page that he’s returning to State next year. 2024-25 roster getting a little clearer this week.
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To every single college football player and coach that sacrificed each week to make the 2020 season happen, thank you. Unreal what the coaches and players had to ensure to make the season happen and it is appreciated.
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Very touching Memorial for Mike Leach. Still hard to comprehend how many lives he impacted.
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Chris Jans message to fans regarding Wednesday's home game vs. Kentucky: ."We definitely need The Hump to rock. If you are a season-ticket holder and can't make it, please find someone who can be there.".
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MSU commit/247Sports four-star QB Sawyer Robertson was 19 of 28 passing tonight for 445 yards and 9 TD passes. On the season he has thrown 3,674 yards with 47 TD passes and 5 INTs (11 total games).
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Having the MLB Draft while players are still involved in NCAA Regionals is one of the dumbest things in sports.
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Huge get for Mississippi State with 247Sports four star Charles Cross.
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This guy would kill it on an MSU recruiting staff. Represents the Bulldogs with passion and would love to still see him around.
Mississippi State, I’ve had the time of my life! From the bottom of my heart, I want to say THANK YOU! #HAILSTATE
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My heart hurts for the Rogers family. They had a terrible car accident today and lost their son who was in my son’s 2nd grade class. That family needs all kinds of prayers. Can’t even imagine.
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Impressive recruiting job by Mississippi State's entire staff with Isaac Smith. They stayed on him from the start and got good news today.
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South Carolina transfer linebacker Stone Blanton has committed to Mississippi State.
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Crazy to think Mississippi State is a couple of missed field goals away from being 4-0 in SEC road games.
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State’s fourth defensive transfer commitment.
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Hearing Tennessee’s coach talk about the challenge of facing Mississippi State and how her players are excited about playing the top seed. My how things have changed since the start of this decade.
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Said it last year but holds true this year. No longer am I hoping my youngest son becomes a pro athlete. I hope he becomes a failed head coach in college football with a huge buyout.
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Per a couple of sources, Mississippi State's basketball team is expected to take a foreign tour to Portugal later this summer and play a few games against teams from Portugal. Outstanding opportunity for Chris Jans' veteran roster.
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A.J. Brown was also at MSU's basketball game tonight. So A.J. finally did visit MSU.
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Just thankful I was able to talk with Coach Leach on Saturday night. What an impact this man had on so many lives.
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JUST IN: Penn State transfer running back Keyvone Lee officially begins classes at Mississippi State
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Pretty pathetic of the @ncaa to look at Geor’Quarius Spivey’s situation and say ‘nope, he can’t play’. Terrible organization for men and women student athletes.
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Joe Moorhead announces quarterback Keytaon Thompson has rejoined the Mississippi State roster.
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Much respect for Ben Howland and the job he did making Mississippi State basketball respectable again. Good coach and an even person person. Bulldog basketball is in a better place than the place he found it.
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Meeting with Ben Howland in Columbus at WCBI with other media. Howland thanking everyone at Mississippi State for his time in Starkville.
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Bulldogs extend offer to Starkville HS standout.
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Now the Bulldogs get a commitment in football in 247Composite four star tight end.
1000% committed #HailState 🐶 @CoachJPugh @TC5___ @KairosHolmes @CoachMarshall75 @McAdoryFB @McAdoryRecruit @HailStateFB @ChadSimmons_ @Rivals
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Charles Cross is now the highest-rated offensive line signee by Mississippi State in school history. Well-deserved and he earned it
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In Mississippi State's closed-door scrimmage Saturday against Western Kentucky at The Hump, the Bulldogs won by double digits and had 10 guys that played double-digit minutes. Lot of depth on this team.
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Bulldogs add fourth 4 star commitment of the week.
@HailState @MSStateAlumni @CoachZachArnett @CoachWillFriend @coachtonyhughes @CoachM_Schmidt @_thebillymiller @IMGAFootball @CoachGrimes74 @DonZoloty
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Big addition for State's Dline.
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Ole Miss commit Noreel White at State's season opener.
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Next Saturday's high temperature is 74 degrees with a low of 54 degrees. Bring it.
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