NEWS: I filed a public record request to obtain files that Mississippi State has sent in to EA Sports regarding the release of its newest college football game. Here is what I found...🧵
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@Resist_TheClown
@dianna_lazan
@realDonaldTrump
@BarackObama
Okay let me just set something clear. He saved the new auto industry. Not the used industry, the backbone of the industry. I would know. I’ve worked in it. It’s been a steady climb since DJT took office due to executive orders in the field. Nothing from Obama.
Hellooooo New Hump. I was skeptical, but the new entrance delivers. Not to mention newly renovated concourses and concessions. Job well done, in my opinion.
Well, a little personal news on this spring break Thursday. I’ve been accepted into graduate school at Mississippi State University. I can’t wait to continue my education while living in the town I’ve grown to call home these past 4 years and continue my work as well.
Zac Arnett is your new Head Coach at Mississippi State. A move made for a multitude of reason, but Arnett’s loyalty to MSU, the respect of his players and the stabilization of the program are a few.
For the first time since winning the national title, Mississippi State has shut out an opponent.
State takes the series sweep over Mount St. Mary’s 6-0.
Words can’t begin to describe the impact Mike Leach had on my young career without even probably realizing it, but he’d have wanted us all to try. On how coach Leach made this young, impressionable sports journalist so, so happy:
@eliz_blackstock
The decision itself is not surprising, unfortunately. However, F1 had a chance to put its money where its mouth is and fully welcome the American market. Instead, it’s opted to try and keep them at arms distance, and quite frankly, I hope it bites their hand.
We’re officially on (somewhat) of a job hunt. I’ll be a graduate student at Mississippi State for the next 1.5 years, but I’m open to any and all opportunities. I’ve won awards for my work in everything from print to radio and broadcasting. Can’t wait to get to work for someone:)
Post-egg bowl celebration. The emotion here from
@Wrogers__2
shows how much this win meant to him, and although I didn’t know it, it was the last time I’d have the pleasure of sitting in a press conference with coach Leach.
The Script State appears to be the primary logo that fans will see on the side of helmets when the game releases. This should come as no surprise, but has been a topic of debate. All photos uses in this post were obtained in the same public records request.
@Resist_TheClown
@Suzyqfit4u
@dianna_lazan
@realDonaldTrump
@BarackObama
Auto industry was the topic bud. Look at the used auto sales records for his term years. Jobs were created, and are still being created. It’s not an 8 year deal. It’s a multi-presidency effort. And DT recognizes that, when somehow you don’t.
Injury updates for Mississippi State, per Chris Lemonis -
Nate Dohm up and throwing after an MRI. He will be reevaluated regularly.
Pico Kohn available this week.
Stone Simmons and Ross Highfill both done for the season.
Putting my State hat on for a moment…
Got handed the keys to one of the most talented teams to ever touch the field in Starkville. NFL talent across the field. As an offensive “guru,” that defense bailed that team out so, so much. I’m sure there’s some context left out but oof
Some personal news -
March 31 was my last day with On3 Sports. This was a shock to me, and was pretty sudden, to be frank. It was not because of anything performance related. We were simply told that the company was letting go of interns, and technically, that included me.
He anchored an offensive line that helped average the most total offense in the FBS at 543.8 ypg! Join us in welcoming Marlon Martinez to our Bulldog family.
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Was good to sit down with Blake Shapen today and talk what entices him about
@Coach_Leb
’s offense.
Shapen said he’s excited to get in the film room and get to work. Said he had a great time on his OV this weekend, and really likes what he’s gotten to see of Starkville.
Uniforms are only half of the battle of creating a unique game day experience, though. How about the Cowbells? Don't worry. Several audio files were included in the request, including
@HailStateFB
's "Sweet Dreams" fourth quarter remix and "Don't Stop Believing."
Former Mississippi State middle linebacker Jett Johnson has joined Matt Brock's staff at UConn, and it's got many Bulldog fans dreaming about what a return to Starkville might look like for the beloved Bulldog. This week's Extra Point -
Best feature ✅
Best column ✅
@elizabethfkeen
winning best sports news piece? ✅
Thank you to the Mississippi Press Association for this honor,
@reflectoronline
for making it all possible and everyone who’s stories I’ve been fortunate enough to tell.
"How do you coach in an environment where the players feel like they owe you nothing and you owe them everything?"
Geno Auriemma talks about the challenges of coaching with NIL and the transfer portal:
It’s ~announcement time~
I’ve been tapped as the new Managing Editor for
@reflectoronline
. Thank you to all of the people on the Mississippi State beat for all of your help, guidance and wisdom during my year as sports editor. If it wasn’t for you guys, I wouldn’t be here.
Starting Monday, I’ll be the interim news editor
@StarkvilleDaily
. If you or anyone you know in the Starkville area has a story to tell, email editor
@starkvilledailynews
.com.
And a huge congrats to
@_4cal
for a well earned opportunity. Itawamba is getting a good one.
New
@HailStateFB
coach Jeff Lebby is present and accounted for here at the Hump.
State leads Miami 20-18 with just seven players in the rotation after a quarter.
When I asked about Jerkaila Jordan's 1,000th career point tonight, I can promise you this is not the response I expected. However, I was incredibly happy this was what we got.
This staff has changed me in so many ways as a writer, an editor and a leader. Tonight marked the last editorial meeting together for our little family, and to say it’s been a pleasure would be an understatement. I love you all❤️ - T
NEW: after the game, Deion Sanders and JSU student athletes did not meet with the media. We were told by a SWAC official the team reported to campus for a team meeting.
Offensive line has a pretty clear group of One’s right now. That could obviously change, but the current group is as follows:
Albert Reese - LT
Jacoby Jackson (TT transfer) - LG
Ethan Miner (UNT transfer) - C
Canon Boone - RG
Leon Bell - RT
These audio files come straight from in-game usage - meaning players should hear the sounds of exactly what a packed out Davis-Wade Stadium would sound like.
Mike Leach: "I'm gonna get on a bus and I'm gonna ride for four hours to Starkville, Mississippi."
The bus will be full of friends, he said.
"Those of you who have never been to Starkville, MS, haven't even the fragment of imagination what you're missing tonight."
Finally, Blake Shapen can spin it. I mean, really spin it. The arm talent is there, and he looks plenty mobile enough to extend plays. He doesn’t strike me as someone who will want to tuck and run much, but rather create more time for something downfield.
Awards season has been kind to us.
Best sports columnist ✅
Best sports radio program ✅
2nd best sports feature ✅
2nd best sports radio program ✅
A job for grad school: TBD
Jurrangelo Cijntje just threw 100 pitches in a nonconference game. His 100th? A 97 mph fast ball for a strike three call. If that's the guy that can show up to the park every day, he's a bonafide Friday guy.
FINAL | MSU 10, AF 2
Black opens up with a walk, but strikes out the rest of the side to give State the victory in the rubber match. Win all your series, and good things will happen.
It’s easy to tell that football season is right around the corner. I’ll be joining
@finebaum
today to talk Mississippi State and Jeff Lebby’s year one expectations at 3:30 CT.
Well, we’re one step closer to landing the dream gig. I’m happy to announce I’ll be joining
@Frontstretch
for the 2022 NASCAR season! I’ll be following each Xfinity series race with an all-you-need-to-know column every Saturday, including Daytona. See ya’ll on the front stretch!
For those that are for some reason upset about getting a wide open look at the end of the game, you take that shot 100 times out of 100. That’s basketball.
Mississippi State fell just short in a valiant comeback effort against the No. 2 ranked LSU Tigers on Saturday. More on the Diamond Dawgs' fight that's been missing the last two years:
I’m incredibly excited to join Paul and an emerging team in this new venture.
@On3sports
is a company I never thought I’d be fortunate enough to work for, but life comes at you fast. Let’s ride.
FINAL: MSU 24, Ole Miss 22
In the end, it was the Bulldog run game that saved, and almost blew, the game. A tipped shovel pass by Randy Charlton sealed it in yet another egg bowl thriller. Story to come on
@SportsReflector
@reflectoronline
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The WNBA released a list of players that have formally filed for inclusion in the 2024 WNBA Draft.
Hailey Van Lith is not on the list. Her deadline to apply has passed, so she's expected to return to college next season.
@BShapen
is ready to hit the film room as Jeff Lebby's first transfer quarterback at Mississippi State. More on the former Baylor signal caller's decision and official visit this past weekend...
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Speaking of Davis Wade Stadium, several thousand images were sent in to EA in 2021, when the game began its development. Since then, there have been several stadium updates such as new options for upper deck seating, new designs in the player tunnel and light ribbons.