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Bulldogs Aim to End 16-Year Alabama Streak
30 Sep
Summary
- Mississippi State ended a 12-year ranked win drought last week.
- Kamario Taylor leads the nation with 14 touchdown passes.
- Alabama has won 16 straight games against Mississippi State.
Mississippi State recently ended a 12-year drought without a ranked-vs.-ranked victory by defeating No. 19 Missouri. The Bulldogs, now ranked 16th, are preparing to face No. 7 Alabama this Saturday in Starkville.
Coach Jeff Lebby expressed excitement about the challenge, emphasizing the demanding weekly schedule. The Bulldogs' last win against a ranked opponent while also being ranked occurred in October 2014 against Auburn.
Alabama, under coach Kalen DeBoer, has maintained a perfect record this season. Their recent performance against South Carolina was a 49-18 victory, demonstrating strong offensive and defensive play.
Quarterback Keelon Russell has shown improvement, doubling his season touchdown total against South Carolina. However, Mississippi State's Kamario Taylor is the nation's co-leader in touchdown passes with 14.
Taylor, who has thrown for 1,192 yards with only two interceptions, has been instrumental in Mississippi State's offense, which ranks fourth nationally in total offense. The team also features strong contributions from running back Fluff Bothwell and receiver Anthony Evans.
The Bulldogs' last victory over Alabama was in 2007, preceding their current 16-game losing streak against the Crimson Tide.
