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Texas vs. Mississippi State: How to watch, odds, weather, injuries, series history
SEC play begins for No. 1 Texas football and head coach Steve Sarkisian this coming weekend at home against the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Texas wrapped up non-conference play last weekend with a dominant 51-3 win over the UL-Monroe Warhawks at home at DKR to move to 4-0 entering the SEC slate.
The Longhorns were really impressive during the non-conference slate, winning all four of its games by double-digit margins. In fact, none of the Longhorns’ three out-of-conference wins at home thus far have come by a margin of fewer than 48 points.
Texas enters conference play with the expectations of competing for a National Championship and an SEC title this fall. For back-to-back weeks, the Longhorns have been ranked No. 1 in the AP Poll for the first time since 2008.
The conference opener this weekend against Mississippi State brings a struggling SEC squad into a tough environment on the Forty Acres for an afternoon matchup this Saturday, Sep. 28. Mississippi State has dropped three straight contests entering Texas’s SEC opener this weekend, including one by a score of 41-17 to the G5 Toledo Rockets a couple of weeks ago.
Here’s a look at the game information, betting odds, injuries, and more for the Week 5 matchup in the SEC opener between No. 1 Texas and Mississippi State at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, TX, on Sep. 28.
TV: SEC Network
Live Stream: WatchESPN
Radio/Audio Stream: Longhorn Radio Network
Game time: 3:15 p.m. CT
Live Stats: StatBroadcast
For the first time ever, the Longhorns will have an SEC game broadcast live on the SEC Network for the Mississippi State contest this weekend. Per ESPN’s broadcaster schedule, on the call for this game between Texas and Mississippi State at DKR will be Tom Hart, Cole Cubelic, and Alyssa Lang.
Texas is a 38.5-point favorite against Mississippi State in Week 5 at home at DKR, and the Longhorns are favored heavily in the money line (-20000) over the Bulldogs (+4000) (per FanDuel). The over/under is 62.5 points.
The status of starting redshirt junior quarterback Quinn Ewers remains uncertain for the Longhorns entering the Mississippi State game on Sep. 28. Sarkisian said in his Monday press conference that Ewers is likely going to be “questionable” for his status on the SEC-mandated injury report later this week.
Redshirt freshman Arch Manning won his first career start at quarterback for the Longhorns last weekend over ULM, while Ewers continues to recover from the abdominal strain injury.
Texas has also suffered quite a few injuries in the running back and safety rooms in the last couple of weeks. Sophomore safeties Jelani McDonald and Derek Williams Jr. were sidelined last weekend in the win over ULM due to various lower-body injuries.
Sophomore running back Tre Wisner also missed last week’s contest against ULM due to an injury. Junior running back Jaydon Blue returned from an ankle injury after missing the UTSA game last weekend against ULM. Blue should be active as Texas’s starting running back this weekend against Mississippi State.
Quinn Ewers, QB (Abdominal)
Tre Wisner, RB (Undisclosed)
CJ Baxter Jr., RB (Knee)
Christian Clark, RB (Achilles)
Jaydon Blue, RB (Ankle)
Jelani McDonald, S (Ankle)
Derek Williams Jr., S (Hamstring)
According to the AccuWeather forecast, it is expected to be 93 degrees around the time of kickoff at DKR in Austin on Sep. 28. There are minimal chances of precipitation in the forecast for Saturday’s game against the Bulldogs.
Texas is 2-2 in the all-time series against Mississippi State. The Longhorns were victorious the last time these two teams met on the gridiron on Jan. 1, 1999, by a score of 38-11 at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas.
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10-year-old seriously injured in Mississippi County UTV crash
MISSISSIPPI COUNTY, Mo. (KFVS) – A 10-year-old girl is seriously injured following a UTV crash on Friday, June 26.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s crash report, a 10-year-old girl from Sikeston was driving a UTV southbound on Levee Road, 11 miles east of East Prairie.
MSHP said the crash occurred around 11 a.m. as the vehicle travelled off the left side of the roadway, returned to the road and then overturned.
The girl was taken by ambulance to a hospital in Cape Girardeau for serious injuries.
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Retirement savings gap hits seniors. How to avoid outliving your money
IRS raises 401(k) contribution limits for 2026
IRS increases 401(k) and catch-up contribution limits for 2026, allowing workers to save up to $32,500 for retirement.
Many Americans worry their retirement savings won’t last — and a new report suggests that fear may be justified in Mississippi.
Surveys have shown that Americans fear running out of money in retirement more than they fear death itself. People are living longer, which means retirement lasts longer, and retirement costs are rising.
A new report from CareScout, the long-term care network, finds that the average American at age 65 faces a retirement shortfall of $109,000. That’s the difference between how much income they can expect, from Social Security, savings and other sources, and how much they should plan to spend on the expenses of daily life.
American retirees are likely to outlive their savings in 41 states, according to the data.
The report draws on state-level estimates of life expectancy at age 65 (16 to 20 years, more or less, depending on the state), average retirement benefits, median net worth and expected retirement expenses.
How likely are you to outlive your retirement savings in Mississippi? Here’s what we know about life expectancy, expenses and how much retiring here costs.
Mississippi retirees face a $160K savings gap
The average Mississippi senior can expect about $682,000 in expenses and $521,000 in income in retirement. Projected shortfall: $160,000.
It’s the 13th-largest shortfall in the U.S.
The state has some of the most affordable food costs and home prices in the country, but overall wages are also much lower than the national average.
What’s a realistic retirement age in Mississippi?
Nasdaq studied realistic retirement numbers for each state. For Mississippi, they determined that a realistic retirement age is 61 and recommend having at least $764,676 saved.
Mississippi residents aren’t taxed on income from:
- Social Security benefits
- IRAs
- 401(k)s
- Pensions
- Military benefits
The state income tax is also being phased out.
How long Mississippians live after age 65
Mississippi ranked next-to-last for life expectancy in a CDC list of all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Data from 2022 is the newest available.
The Magnolia State had an average life expectancy of 72.6 years.
For men, Mississippi ranked 51st at 69.5 years. Women ranked 50th with an average life expectancy of 75.7.
At age 65, people in Mississippi are expected to live another 16.7 years, on average. It’s about 15.3 years for men and 17.9 years for women.
Retirement may last longer than you think
American life expectancy is about 79 years. By the time you reach retirement, however, you can expect to live longer than the overall life expectancy figure suggests. A woman of 70, for example, can expect to live to 87.
Many older Americans don’t know how long their own retirement is going to last: in other words, how long they are going to live.
Longevity literacy matters in retirement planning. If your retirement budget assumes you will live to 75, and you make it to 95, you will probably run out of money.
How to make your retirement savings last
Don’t want to outlive your savings? Here are some tips from the experts.
Ways to grow your retirement account faster
One surefire way to build retirement savings is to make aggressive contributions to a workplace retirement account.
The most successful retirement savers typically start saving early, contribute at least 10% of their income to a 401(k)-type account, and save continuously until they retire.
And try not to raid your retirement savings for a household expense. Instead, open an emergency savings account.
How timing Social Security affects your monthly check
The longer you wait to claim Social Security, the larger your monthly benefit checks will be.
Based on the longevity figures above, you’re generally better off claiming Social Security later in life, if you can afford to wait. Ideally, wait until age 70, when your monthly benefit maxes out.
In a 2025 story, USA TODAY explained the math behind that rule of thumb.
Mississippi cities certified for retirement living
There are 13 cities and towns in the Mississippi Hometown Retirement Program, also known as Welcome Home Mississippi.
The program encourages more people to retire in the Magnolia State. It uses no state income tax on retirement income, a tax exemption on the first $75,000 of a home’s true value and no state gift or inheritance taxes as selling points.
Certified cities “maintain high standards and boast many of the qualities and amenities retirees often seek when choosing a retirement destination,” according to the Welcome Home website.
Cities in the program include:
Daniel de Visé covers personal finance for USA Today and writes the Daily Money newsletter.
Bonnie Bolden is the Deep South Connect reporter for Mississippi with USA TODAY Network. Email her at bbolden@usatodayco.com.
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Mississippi Lottery Mississippi Match 5, Cash 3 results for June 25, 2026
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 June 25, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from June 25 drawing
01-06-09-13-23
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from June 25 drawing
Midday: 3-3-8, FB: 5
Evening: 4-0-8, FB: 7
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from June 25 drawing
Midday: 2-8-3-2, FB: 5
Evening: 5-0-3-2, FB: 7
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 25 drawing
Midday: 01
Evening: 07
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
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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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