Saturday will serve as MSU's annual Military Appreciation Game.
Gameday: MSU Begins November Slate at Home Against No. 4 Texas A&M
November 04, 2016 | Football
STARKVILLE, Miss. – For the second-straight week, Mississippi State football is welcoming an opponent to Davis Wade Stadium as the Bulldogs are in search for another Southeastern Conference victory and an upset of No. 4 Texas A&M with an 11 a.m. kickoff on Saturday. For complete gameday information, visit HailState.com/gameday.
Tickets
The Davis Wade Stadium ticket office opens at 9:00 a.m. and all gates will open at 9:00 a.m. Tickets are also available for purchase on HailState.com. The C Spire Fan Zone opens at 8 a.m. The "Dawg Walk" will take place at 9:00 a.m. in the Junction. The MSU baseball team, along with National Pro Fastpitch Bulldogs will be signing autographs in the fan zone from 10:00-10:30 a.m.
What To Wear
Saturday's tilt is a "Black out" game. The Bulldogs are wearing special uniforms to recognize Saturday's Military Appreciation Game.
Viewing Information
The game will be televised live on SEC Network with Dave Neal (play-by-play), Matt Stinchcomb (analyst) and Olivia Harlan (sideline) calling the action. Live streaming video is available via the Watch ESPN app and WatchESPN.com.
Listening Information
The MSU Sports Network C Spire Tailgate Show goes live at 9:00 a.m. Jim Ellis, Matt Wyatt and John Correro will call the game on the network (check for affiliates here). Live audio is also available for FREE at HailState.com and via the TuneIn app.
Social Media/Live Stats
Live updates from the game are available via MSU's official social media channels: Twitter, Instagram and Facebook (click the links). Fans can also follow behind-the-scenes content via SnapChat by searching for HailStateSnap. Live stats are available at HailState.com.
Burn Ban
State and local fire officials have directed MSU to enforce the state burn ban, already in effect in Oktibbeha County, during the football game Saturday. MSU Police Chief Vance Rice said the language of the ban prohibits the use of charcoal, wood pellets, or other fire cooking methods that produce coals and embers. Gas grills are allowed, but users are expected to maintain maximum fire safety. Under state law, any person who knowingly and willfully violates a burn ban is guilty of a misdemeanor and may be fined between $100 and $500. Fires that damage land or properties and are started in violation of a burn ban bring legal liability to the person who started the fire.
Clear Bag Policy
Fans are reminded of Davis Wade Stadium's clear bag policy, which will be in effect Saturday. Only clear tote bags that do not exceed 12" x 6"" x 12" or one-gallon plastic freezer bags will be allowed in the stadium. In addition, small handheld clutch purses no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" will be permitted. Complete details are available on HailState.com/clearbag.
Golf Cart Policy
Privately owned golf carts are only to be operated on streets that are open for public traffic. Privately owned golf carts will not be allowed to access those streets that close prior to game time such as Creelman, B.S. Hood, and Stone Blvd. Golf carts are absolutely prohibited in tailgating areas such as the Barnes and Noble lawn, the FanFair area, the Junction, the West Lawn tent area, or other areas accessed by roads that are closed during game day. For more information on golf cart safety, click here.
Smoke Free Campus
Davis Wade Stadium is a clear air facility. Smoking in any form is prohibited on campus. For more details, visit smokefree.msstate.edu.
Series History
MSU and Texas A&M are meeting for the 10th time and the fourth time as both members of the SEC, while the Aggies lead the series, 5-4 and the series is 1-1 in games played in Starkville. The two teams have combined for 218 points in the last three meetings, as MSU won the last meeting in Starkville on Oct. 4, 2014 behind five TDs from Dak Prescott. Arguably, the most famous game between the two occurred in the 2000 Independence Bowl in Shreveport, Louisiana, during a rare snowstorm in the area. The "Snow Bowl" saw Texas A&M build a 14-0 lead in the first quarter but MSU eventually won 43-41
Rarefied Air
Only three players in SEC history have thrown for over 400 yards and rushed for over 100 yards in the same game. With his performance against Samford, Nick Fitzgerald joined Archie Manning (Oct. 4, 1969 against Alabama) and Johnny Manziel (Sept. 29, 2012 against Arkansas). Fitzgerald is one of only two to achieve the feat nationally this season and is one of only 11 in FBS history. Louisville's Lamar Jackson did it against Syracuse on Sept. 9. In addition, Fitzgerald leads the nation in number of 300/100 games this season with two. He had 305 yards passing and 110 yards rushing at UMass earlier this season.
Relentless
View this week's episode of Relentless called "Relief." The show looks back at the Samford game and previews this weekend's contest. All episodes of Relentless are available at HailState.com/Relentless.
Ross Record Watch
Senior wide receiver Fred Ross, a Biletnikoff Award candidate, shattered three MSU career records in the last two weeks: catches (175), consecutive games with a catch (30) and 100-yard receiving games (9). For his career, he has tallied 2,154 receiving yards (4th in MSU history) and 17 touchdowns (3rd in MSU history). This season, Ross leads the SEC in receiving TDs (7) and he's third in the league in catches (48). He's recorded at least one TD catch in six of MSU's eight games this season. His 30 consecutive games with a catch leads the SEC
Times of Interest
Time Clock Event
8:00:00 a.m. — Fan Zone Opens
8:00:00 a.m. — Davis Wade Stadium Ticket Office Opens
9:00:00 a.m. — Gates Open
9:00:00 a.m. — Dawg Walk
9:35:00 a.m. — Team On Field
10:01:00 a.m. 60:00 60-Minute Clock Countdown Begins
10:39:00 a.m. 22:00 Teams Leave Field
10:44:00 a.m. 17:00 Honorary Captain: Shira Family
10:49:45 a.m. 11:15 National Anthem
10:50:45 a.m. 10:15 Flyover
10:55:50 a.m. 5:10 Mississippi State Intro Video
10:57:30 a.m. 3:30 Mississippi State Takes Field
10:58:00 a.m. 3:00 Coin Toss
10:58:30 a.m. 2:30 Texas A&M Takes Field
11:01:00 a.m. 0:00 Kickoff
Tickets
The Davis Wade Stadium ticket office opens at 9:00 a.m. and all gates will open at 9:00 a.m. Tickets are also available for purchase on HailState.com. The C Spire Fan Zone opens at 8 a.m. The "Dawg Walk" will take place at 9:00 a.m. in the Junction. The MSU baseball team, along with National Pro Fastpitch Bulldogs will be signing autographs in the fan zone from 10:00-10:30 a.m.
What To Wear
Saturday's tilt is a "Black out" game. The Bulldogs are wearing special uniforms to recognize Saturday's Military Appreciation Game.
Viewing Information
The game will be televised live on SEC Network with Dave Neal (play-by-play), Matt Stinchcomb (analyst) and Olivia Harlan (sideline) calling the action. Live streaming video is available via the Watch ESPN app and WatchESPN.com.
Listening Information
The MSU Sports Network C Spire Tailgate Show goes live at 9:00 a.m. Jim Ellis, Matt Wyatt and John Correro will call the game on the network (check for affiliates here). Live audio is also available for FREE at HailState.com and via the TuneIn app.
Social Media/Live Stats
Live updates from the game are available via MSU's official social media channels: Twitter, Instagram and Facebook (click the links). Fans can also follow behind-the-scenes content via SnapChat by searching for HailStateSnap. Live stats are available at HailState.com.
Burn Ban
State and local fire officials have directed MSU to enforce the state burn ban, already in effect in Oktibbeha County, during the football game Saturday. MSU Police Chief Vance Rice said the language of the ban prohibits the use of charcoal, wood pellets, or other fire cooking methods that produce coals and embers. Gas grills are allowed, but users are expected to maintain maximum fire safety. Under state law, any person who knowingly and willfully violates a burn ban is guilty of a misdemeanor and may be fined between $100 and $500. Fires that damage land or properties and are started in violation of a burn ban bring legal liability to the person who started the fire.
Clear Bag Policy
Fans are reminded of Davis Wade Stadium's clear bag policy, which will be in effect Saturday. Only clear tote bags that do not exceed 12" x 6"" x 12" or one-gallon plastic freezer bags will be allowed in the stadium. In addition, small handheld clutch purses no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" will be permitted. Complete details are available on HailState.com/clearbag.
Golf Cart Policy
Privately owned golf carts are only to be operated on streets that are open for public traffic. Privately owned golf carts will not be allowed to access those streets that close prior to game time such as Creelman, B.S. Hood, and Stone Blvd. Golf carts are absolutely prohibited in tailgating areas such as the Barnes and Noble lawn, the FanFair area, the Junction, the West Lawn tent area, or other areas accessed by roads that are closed during game day. For more information on golf cart safety, click here.
Smoke Free Campus
Davis Wade Stadium is a clear air facility. Smoking in any form is prohibited on campus. For more details, visit smokefree.msstate.edu.
Series History
MSU and Texas A&M are meeting for the 10th time and the fourth time as both members of the SEC, while the Aggies lead the series, 5-4 and the series is 1-1 in games played in Starkville. The two teams have combined for 218 points in the last three meetings, as MSU won the last meeting in Starkville on Oct. 4, 2014 behind five TDs from Dak Prescott. Arguably, the most famous game between the two occurred in the 2000 Independence Bowl in Shreveport, Louisiana, during a rare snowstorm in the area. The "Snow Bowl" saw Texas A&M build a 14-0 lead in the first quarter but MSU eventually won 43-41
Rarefied Air
Only three players in SEC history have thrown for over 400 yards and rushed for over 100 yards in the same game. With his performance against Samford, Nick Fitzgerald joined Archie Manning (Oct. 4, 1969 against Alabama) and Johnny Manziel (Sept. 29, 2012 against Arkansas). Fitzgerald is one of only two to achieve the feat nationally this season and is one of only 11 in FBS history. Louisville's Lamar Jackson did it against Syracuse on Sept. 9. In addition, Fitzgerald leads the nation in number of 300/100 games this season with two. He had 305 yards passing and 110 yards rushing at UMass earlier this season.
Relentless
View this week's episode of Relentless called "Relief." The show looks back at the Samford game and previews this weekend's contest. All episodes of Relentless are available at HailState.com/Relentless.
Ross Record Watch
Senior wide receiver Fred Ross, a Biletnikoff Award candidate, shattered three MSU career records in the last two weeks: catches (175), consecutive games with a catch (30) and 100-yard receiving games (9). For his career, he has tallied 2,154 receiving yards (4th in MSU history) and 17 touchdowns (3rd in MSU history). This season, Ross leads the SEC in receiving TDs (7) and he's third in the league in catches (48). He's recorded at least one TD catch in six of MSU's eight games this season. His 30 consecutive games with a catch leads the SEC
Times of Interest
Time Clock Event
8:00:00 a.m. — Fan Zone Opens
8:00:00 a.m. — Davis Wade Stadium Ticket Office Opens
9:00:00 a.m. — Gates Open
9:00:00 a.m. — Dawg Walk
9:35:00 a.m. — Team On Field
10:01:00 a.m. 60:00 60-Minute Clock Countdown Begins
10:39:00 a.m. 22:00 Teams Leave Field
10:44:00 a.m. 17:00 Honorary Captain: Shira Family
10:49:45 a.m. 11:15 National Anthem
10:50:45 a.m. 10:15 Flyover
10:55:50 a.m. 5:10 Mississippi State Intro Video
10:57:30 a.m. 3:30 Mississippi State Takes Field
10:58:00 a.m. 3:00 Coin Toss
10:58:30 a.m. 2:30 Texas A&M Takes Field
11:01:00 a.m. 0:00 Kickoff
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