Thunder & Lightning

Mississippi State boasts what may be the nation's best defense this season, but even with some key personnel losses looming for next season, this unit has the foundation for future success. Brian Hadad takes a look at the 2019 depth chart, plus talks recruiting, including that of Clemson grad transfer Kelly Bryant.

Mississippi State will host Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant for an official visit this weekend. What are the chances for the Bulldogs to land the highly sought after grad transfer? Brian Hadad catches up with Zach Lentz, who covers Clemson for the Orangeburg(SC) Times and Democrat, to find out more about Bryant the player and where MSU stands in his recruitment. Photo credit to Zach Lentz of the Orangeburg (SC) Times and Democrat.

Mississippi State wants to finish the season strong, and playing two of the worst defenses in the SEC might be what is needed most. Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman examine the Bulldogs against the Arkansas defense, with some help from HawgBeat.com's Andrew Hutchinson.

Arkansas heads to Starkville on the back end of a challenging year. Do the Razorbacks have enough in the tank to pull an upset? Brian Hadad takes a look at the Hogs with HawgBeat.com's Andrew Hutchinson.

Mississippi State was a trendy preseason pick to be a contender in the SEC West, but the Bulldogs have severly underperformed on those predictions. Now that the season has turned, is Joe Moorhead trying to wriggle out from under the weight of that hype? Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman answer that question, and take a look at the promising start to the season Mississippi State men's basketball enjoyed last weekend.

Mississippi State's chances of winning against top ranked Alabama were low to begin with, but what occurred on the field was far more frustrating than just another loss. Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman look at the problems the Bulldogs encountered from the Crimson Tide and the officials.

Mississippi State travels to Tuscaloosa for a showdown with the top ranked Alabama Crimson Tide. Is there any hope for a maroon and white upset? Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman break down the Bulldogs' chances against the nation's best.

Mississippi State has put together back to back effective showings on offense, but the Bulldogs will face their toughest test of the season against Alabama this Saturday. Brian Hadad talks with The Athletic's Aaron Suttles about the Crimson Tide's defense and how they'll try to contain the Bulldogs.

Alabama's offense has run roughshod over all its opponents this season. Mississippi State's defense has only given up multiple touchdowns in one game. Something has to give on Saturday, so Brian Hadad caught up with longtime Alabama beat writer Marq Burnett to get his perspective on this key match up.

Mississippi State knows it will take a huge effort to upset the top ranked Alabama Crimson Tide. Is there any spot where the Bulldogs have an advantage? Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman try to devise a winning gameplan, with help from two Crimson Tide beat writers, Bleacher Report's Marq Burnett and The Athletic's Aaron Suttles.

This weekend's showdown between Mississippi State-Alabama will have an large portion of the NFL tuned in to see some of the nation's top talent. Brian Hadad talks with Dane Brugler, NFL Draft expert for The Athletic, to get his thoughts on the Bulldogs who have the scout's attention.

Mississippi State tipped off basketball season this past week, and for the first time in over a decade, the men looked poised to return to the NCAA Tournament. Can they join the women in March Madness, and how good can Vic Schaefer's team be after back to back national title game appearances? Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman break down both hardwood squads.

Dak Prescott's time in Dallas has seen its share of ups and downs, and now with the Cowboys sitting at 3-5, many wonder if Prescott's days as the leader of America's Team are numbered. Brian Hadad catches up with Cowboys beat writer Jon Machota of the Dallas Morning News to discuss Prescott's future in Dallas and what the franchise needs to do to help him.

It might have been Mississippi State's best performance across all three phases of the game, as the Bulldogs dominated Louisiana Tech to the tune of a 45-3 margin Saturday night. Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman analyze that win and begin the look ahead to the showdown with top ranked Alabama.

Mississippi State's defense may be the best in the country this season, but is it better than the legendary 1999 unit? Brian Hadad and Joel Coleman give their thoughts on two dominant groups, plus The Crootin' Song means there's a new commitment for Coach Joe Moorhead.