Mississippi
Mississippi State, Lebby begin new chapter against an EKU squad seeking first win vs. SEC
Eastern Kentucky at Mississippi State, Saturday, 6 p.m. ET (SEC+, ESPN+)
BetMGM College Football Odds: No line.
Series: First meeting.
WHAT’S AT STAKE?
Jeff Lebby begins as Mississippi State’s third head coach in as many seasons, aiming to lift the Bulldogs from a 5-6 finish in 2023 that included the firing of Zach Arnett after starting 4-6. Eastern Kentucky seeks its first win against a Southeastern Conference in nine tries and its first against an FBS team since beating Bowling Green 59-57 in a seven-overtime thriller two years ago, which tied for the second longest game in Division I history.
KEY MATCHUP
MSU’s offense vs. EKU’s defense. The Bulldogs have switched from a pro-set scheme to the spread offense under Lebby, the former Oklahoma coordinator, who will call plays. MSU averaged 328.6 yards per game last season to rank 101st in FBS. More important is how 11 new starters will execute that system with former Texas Tech quarterback Blake Shapen debuting behind center. The Colonels are more experienced by comparison but face a huge challenge slowing down MSU after yielding 476.4 yards per game in 2023 and ranking 120th of 122 FCS teams.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
EKU quarterback Matt Morrissey succeeds longtime signal caller Parker McKinney and is entrusted to maintain a potent Colonels offense that ranked eighth in FCS at 437.4 yards per game last season. The Western Illinois transfer threw for 1,981 yards and 13 TDs in 2023 and earned All-Missouri Valley Conference honorable mention honors.
Shapen takes over behind center for record-setter Will Rogers, who transferred to Washington. Shapen battled injuries but passed for 5,574 yards and 36 touchdowns in three seasons at Baylor and helped the Bears win the Big 12 Conference championship game three years ago.
FACTS & FIGURES
EKU has one of the nation’s top kickers in senior Patrick Nations, a preseason All-American selection who tied for first in FCS with 1.73 field goals per game with a 76% conversion rate. … The Colonels went 5-4 against FCS foes with an average point differential of 4.8 per contest. … MSU has won seven consecutive openers since 2017, including three in a row at home. … The Bulldogs have 18 “super seniors” who will begin with an extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA after the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mississippi
Mississippi State women’s basketball vs Southern Miss live updates, start time, TV channel
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State women’s basketball is taking on another in-state opponent today.
The Bulldogs (9-1) are hosting Southern Miss (7-3) at Humphrey Coliseum on Dec. 14 (2 p.m., SEC Network+).
The Lady Eagles are led by new coach Missy Bilderback. It’s the first game between MSU and Southern Miss since 2019.
The Clarion Ledger is bringing you live updates from the game. Follow for live updates.
Watch Mississippi State vs Southern Miss
Mississippi State vs Southern Miss score, highlights
This section will be updated when the game begins.
What time does Mississippi State vs Southern Miss start?
- Date: Sunday, Dec. 14
- Time: 2 p.m. CT
- Where: Humphrey Coliseum
What TV channel is Mississippi State vs Southern Miss on today?
Mississippi State vs Southern Miss prediction
- Sam Sklar, The Clarion Ledger: Mississippi State 76, Southern Miss 60
Mississippi State vs Southern Miss injury updates
There are no reported injuries for this game.
Mississippi State women’s basketball schedule 2025-26
The next five games on Mississippi State’s schedule:
- Dec. 17: vs. Alabama State (6:30 p.m., SEC Network+)
- Dec. 20: at La Salle (11 a.m.)
- Dec. 28: vs. Samford (2 p.m., SEC Network+)
- Jan. 1: vs. Auburn (6:30 p.m., SEC Network+)
- Jan. 4: at Oklahoma (2 p.m., SEC Network+)
Southern Miss women’s basketball schedule 2025-26
The next five games on Southern Miss’ schedule:
- Dec. 18: vs. South Alabama (5 p.m., ESPN+)
- Dec. 20: vs. Louisiana (1 p.m., ESPN+)
- Jan. 1: vs. Arkansas State (6 p.m., ESPN+)
- Jan. 3: vs. Troy (2 p.m., ESPN+)
- Jan. 10: at Appalachian State (Noon, ESPN+)
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 Dec. 13, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from Dec. 13 drawing
04-09-11-23-35
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from Dec. 13 drawing
Midday: 6-7-0, FB: 4
Evening: 4-3-9, FB: 5
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from Dec. 13 drawing
Midday: 3-1-6-2, FB: 4
Evening: 8-7-3-9, FB: 5
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from Dec. 13 drawing
Midday: 15
Evening: 15
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Story continues below gallery.
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.
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 Dec. 12, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from Dec. 12 drawing
12-14-17-25-27
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from Dec. 12 drawing
Midday: 0-1-2, FB: 3
Evening: 4-2-3, FB: 6
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from Dec. 12 drawing
Midday: 2-7-9-1, FB: 3
Evening: 7-3-4-5, FB: 6
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from Dec. 12 drawing
Midday: 12
Evening: 04
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Story continues below gallery.
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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