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Who is Kamario Taylor’s backup? Jeff Lebby updates Mississippi State QB competition
Mississippi State football spring practice video clips
Watch some clips of Mississippi State football during its first spring practice of 2026.
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State football knows sophomore Kamario Taylor will be the starting quarterback in 2026.
But as for his backup, that’s still to be decided as the Bulldogs held their first spring practice on March 17. Coach Jeff Lebby said it will be an ongoing competition between MSU’s four other quarterbacks on the roster: AJ Swann, Jaden Rashada, Parker Puckett and Brodie McWhorter.
“There’s great competition for the No. 2 spot, which I love,” Lebby said. “The other four guys are going to get a ton of reps. We’re going to cut them evenly. There’s going to be a different No. 2 every single day until one guy starts to separate a little bit.”
Swann and Rashada transferred to Mississippi State this season but with different profiles.
Swann is a veteran who’s started in 18 games in his career between Vanderbilt, LSU and Appalachian State.
Rashada is a redshirt junior who’s played in nine games in the last three seasons at Arizona State, Georgia and Sacramento State. He had two starts at Sacramento State before he suffered a thumb injury.
McWhorter is a freshman from Kingston, Georgia, an early-enrolled three-star in the 2026 recruiting class. Puckett is a redshirt freshman who walked on from Jackson Prep.
Taylor will be in his first season as the full-time starter.
Mississippi State still eyeing players in transfer portal
While there is no spring transfer window this season, Lebby said Mississippi State is still attempting to fill open roster spots. Players can no longer enter the transfer portal, but they can still commit to teams if they haven’t already.
247Sports reported Baylor edge rusher Kamauryn Morgan, the No. 1 uncommitted transfer and No. 18 player overall, is visiting MSU on April 4 and Auburn on March 28.
“There’s a chance for a rush, a jack/edge type player,” said Lebby, who did not mention anyone Mississippi State was targeting. “That will be one piece. And then from there, it will really be some depth pieces, whether it’s a backer, a safety, best available. There’s very, very few spots left.
“If we have the ability to add one more rusher, I’d be excited about that. There’s a couple guys left out there that I think are good enough to help on Saturdays and that will be something we continue to work through.”
Will Mississippi State football hold a spring game?
Mississippi State has not announced any plans about holding a spring game. Lebby said details should be revealed soon, though.
“We’ve got a couple things in the works that we’ll announce here hopefully in the next week,” Lebby said. “Some fan engagement things that will go on at one of our big spring scrimmages.”
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) – Mississippi lawmakers will return to the State Capitol later in May after Gov. Tate Reeves called a special session.
According to Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, the session will be limited to redistricting the state’s Supreme Court districts. He emphasized that lawmakers can only address the issues outlined by the governor in the official call.
He says after a recent Supreme Court decision, federal requirements driving previous plans are no longer in play.
Hosemann argued that redistricting decisions should remain in the hands of state leaders, taking into account factors like geography, economics and the interests of communities across Mississippi.
“We believe one man, one vote,” Hosemann said. “I mean, everybody ought to be able to vote. I’ve never liked it where the federal government told me that I had to have so many people for this or that or the other. Running our elections and redistricting ourselves is given to the legislature that’s elected by the people. And we ought not be ordered by the federal court to do something like that. That’s one of the few states’ rights we have left in this country, is that we can redistrict and run our own elections.”
The special session is scheduled for later this month.
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STARKVILLE — Mississippi State baseball is playing its final midweek game of the season.
The No. 11 Bulldogs (36-12) are hosting Nicholls State (25-22) at Dudy Noble Field on May 5 (6 p.m., SEC Network+).
MSU is aiming to solidify its resume to host an NCAA Tournament regional. It’s done that so far by going 22-0 in Quad 3 and 4 games. Nicholls will be a Quad 4 game.
The Clarion Ledger is bringing you live updates from the game. Follow along.
Watch Mississippi State vs Nicholls
Mississippi State vs Nicholls score updates
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- Alabama at Troy
- Auburn at UAB
- Tulane at LSU
- UTSA at Texas
What time does Mississippi State vs Nicholls start today?
- Date: May 5
- Time: 6 p.m. CT
- Location: Dudy Noble Field
What channel is Mississippi State vs Nicholls on today?
The game between Mississippi State and Nicholls State will air on SEC Network+.
Mississippi State vs Nicholls starting pitchers
- RHP Chris Billingsley Jr. (1-0, 4.87 ERA) vs. LHP Austin Vargas (0-2, 7.50 ERA)
Mississippi State vs Nicholls injury report
There is no official injury report for this game.
Mississippi State baseball 2026 schedule
Next five games:
- May 7: vs. Auburn
- May 8: vs. Auburn
- May 9: vs. Auburn
- May 14: at Texas A&M
- May 15: at Texas A&M
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
Odds of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions are NOT in your favor
Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you’re more likely to land than big bucks.
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 4, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from May 4 drawing
03-06-08-11-21
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 8-9-0, FB: 4
Evening: 6-2-7, FB: 7
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 2-8-8-8, FB: 4
Evening: 4-8-5-3, FB: 7
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 02
Evening: 14
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Winnings of $599 or less can be claimed at any authorized Mississippi Lottery retailer.
Prizes between $600 and $99,999, may be claimed at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or by mail. Mississippi Lottery Winner Claim form, proper identification (ID) and the original ticket must be provided for all claims of $600 or more. If mailing, send required documentation to:
Mississippi Lottery Corporation
P.O. Box 321462
Flowood, MS
39232
If your prize is $100,000 or more, the claim must be made in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters. Please bring identification, such as a government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card to verify your identity. Winners of large prizes may also have the option of setting up electronic funds transfer (EFT) for direct deposits into a bank account.
Mississippi Lottery Headquarters
1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100
Flowood, MS
39232
Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For detailed instructions and necessary forms, please visit the Mississippi Lottery claim page.
When are the Mississippi Lottery drawings held?
- Cash 3: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash 4: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Match 5: Daily at 9:30 p.m. CT.
- Cash Pop: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Mississippi editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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