For complete gameday information, visit HailState.com/gameday.
Gameday: Football Returns Home, Hosts BYU in 11 a.m. Saturday Tilt
October 13, 2017 | Football
STARKVILLE, Miss. – Following a productive open week, the halfway point of the 2017 season has arrived for Mississippi State football as the Bulldogs step out of Southeastern Conference play to host BYU at 11 a.m. CT Saturday in Davis Wade Stadium. For complete gameday information, visit HailState.com/gameday.
State (3-2) is playing four out of its next five games in the friendly confines of Davis Wade Stadium. BYU (1-5) has dropped four straight contests. The Bulldogs haven't played in Starkville in 28 days since a 37-7 thumping of then-No. 11 LSU on Sept. 16.
"It feels like a long time since that LSU game," Mullen said. "After getting through the first part of the schedule at 3-2, we have five of our last seven games at home. Even though it's an early kick, we need that home field advantage and are excited about playing in front of our fans again."
The Bulldogs head into the tilt with the SEC's third-best rushing offense, averaging 252.8 yards per game. State has rushed for at least 175 yards in all five games. They will go up against a Cougar defense that issues 167.2 yards per contest on the ground.
MSU will welcome the return of wide receiver Gabe Myles, who has missed the last three games with a foot injury. The fifth-year senior hauled in touchdowns in his first two games before suffering the injury in the second half at Louisiana Tech.
Meanwhile, Mullen is seeking to tie College Football Hall of Famer Allyn McKeen as the second-winningest coach in school history. Mullen, who is coaching in his 109th career game, owns a 64-44 (.593) record. McKeen was 65-19-3 from 1939-48.
Tickets/Fan Zone
The Davis Wade Stadium ticket office opens at 8 a.m. and all gates will open at 9 a.m. Tickets remain for the contest and 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 a.m. in the Junction. The C Spire Fan Zone schedule for Saturday is as follows:
9-9:30 a.m. – softball autographs and pitching demo
9:30-10 a.m. – volleyball autographs
10-10:30 a.m. – men's golf and Miss MSU autographs; photos with Jak
What To Wear
Fans in the upper levels are encouraged to wear maroon, while fans in the lower levels are asked to wear white.
Viewing Information
The game will be televised live on SEC Network with Dave Neal (play-by-play), Matt Stinchcomb (analyst) and Dawn Davenport (sideline) calling the action. Live streaming video is available via the ESPN app and WatchESPN.com.
Listening Information
The MSU Sports Network C Spire Tailgate Show goes live at 9 a.m. Neil Price, Matt Wyatt and Jay Perry 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. For fans in Starkville, they can tune to 100.9 FM.
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 via Stat Broadcast at MSU.StatBroadcast.com.
Clear Bag Policy
Fans are reminded of the SEC's league-wide clear bag policy this season. Fans are encouraged not to bring any types of bags inside SEC stadiums during football games; however, the following outlines bags that are permitted:
— Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
— One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc bag or similar)
— Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5" (approximately the size of a hand)
— An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at gates B and I of Davis Wade Stadium.
— Full details are available at HailState.com/clearbag.
Golf Cart/Low-Speed Vehicle Policy
Fans also are reminded that all privately owned golf carts are expected to operate in the same manner as an automobile or other motorized vehicle.
— All golf carts must comply with Mississippi Motor Vehicle and Traffic regulations. (See Miss. Code Annotated Title 63-1-1 seq.)
— Operators of private golf carts must possess a valid driver's license and proper insurance identifying the vehicle driven.
— All privately owned golf carts operated on campus must possess a valid license plate.
— Privately owned golf carts may only be operated on streets open for public traffic. Privately owned golf carts will not be allowed access to roadways closed prior to game time, such as Creelman Street, Barr Avenue, B.S. Hood Drive, and Stone Boulevard.
— Without exception, private golf carts are prohibited on any grass or any tailgating areas, such as the Cullis Wade Depot lawn, Fan Fare area, the Junction, West Lawn tent area, or other areas on gameday.
— Privately owned golf carts may not be driven alongside any closed road or on any sidewalks or grass.
— Privately owned golf carts must possess a license plate and have a valid Bulldog Club Parking Pass or Public Paid Parking Pass to park in campus lots on gameday. As with automobiles, golf carts may not exit and re-enter reserved or pay lots on gamedays.
— Violation of these rules could result in the issuance of traffic citations and other penalties, as outlined by state laws and/or university policies.
— Privately owned all-terrain, four wheel, farm utility, "gators" or other side-by-side vehicles are also prohibited on campus.
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.
Weather
Temperatures are expected to be in the mid 80s throughout the day with clear skies. Fans are allowed to bring in one (1) clear full or empty water bottle per person.
Ring of Honor
Joe Fortunato, 1951 first-team All-American and one of the greatest players in Chicago Bears history, will be inducted into the MSU Ring of Honor during a pregame ceremony. Fortunato will become the seventh Bulldog legend enshrined in the Ring of Honor.
Series History
MSU and BYU are meeting for the fourth time and the first time in Starkville since Dec. 1, 2001. The Cougars lead the series, 2-1, including a 28-21 double-overtime triumph last October in Provo. The last meeting in Starkville between the two was originally scheduled for Sept. 14, 2001 but the attacks of 9/11
moved the contest to Dec. 1.
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
10:31:00 a.m. 30:00 Teams Leave Field
10:50:30 a.m. 10:30 National Anthem
10:51:30 a.m. 9:30 Flyover
10:56:00 a.m. 5:00 Mississippi State Intro Video
10:57:30 a.m. 3:30 Mississippi State Takes Field
10:58:00 a.m. 3:00 Coin Toss
10:59:00 a.m. 2:00 BYU Takes Field
11:01:00 a.m. 0:00 Kickoff
State (3-2) is playing four out of its next five games in the friendly confines of Davis Wade Stadium. BYU (1-5) has dropped four straight contests. The Bulldogs haven't played in Starkville in 28 days since a 37-7 thumping of then-No. 11 LSU on Sept. 16.
"It feels like a long time since that LSU game," Mullen said. "After getting through the first part of the schedule at 3-2, we have five of our last seven games at home. Even though it's an early kick, we need that home field advantage and are excited about playing in front of our fans again."
The Bulldogs head into the tilt with the SEC's third-best rushing offense, averaging 252.8 yards per game. State has rushed for at least 175 yards in all five games. They will go up against a Cougar defense that issues 167.2 yards per contest on the ground.
MSU will welcome the return of wide receiver Gabe Myles, who has missed the last three games with a foot injury. The fifth-year senior hauled in touchdowns in his first two games before suffering the injury in the second half at Louisiana Tech.
Meanwhile, Mullen is seeking to tie College Football Hall of Famer Allyn McKeen as the second-winningest coach in school history. Mullen, who is coaching in his 109th career game, owns a 64-44 (.593) record. McKeen was 65-19-3 from 1939-48.
Tickets/Fan Zone
The Davis Wade Stadium ticket office opens at 8 a.m. and all gates will open at 9 a.m. Tickets remain for the contest and 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 a.m. in the Junction. The C Spire Fan Zone schedule for Saturday is as follows:
9-9:30 a.m. – softball autographs and pitching demo
9:30-10 a.m. – volleyball autographs
10-10:30 a.m. – men's golf and Miss MSU autographs; photos with Jak
What To Wear
Fans in the upper levels are encouraged to wear maroon, while fans in the lower levels are asked to wear white.
Viewing Information
The game will be televised live on SEC Network with Dave Neal (play-by-play), Matt Stinchcomb (analyst) and Dawn Davenport (sideline) calling the action. Live streaming video is available via the ESPN app and WatchESPN.com.
Listening Information
The MSU Sports Network C Spire Tailgate Show goes live at 9 a.m. Neil Price, Matt Wyatt and Jay Perry 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. For fans in Starkville, they can tune to 100.9 FM.
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 via Stat Broadcast at MSU.StatBroadcast.com.
Clear Bag Policy
Fans are reminded of the SEC's league-wide clear bag policy this season. Fans are encouraged not to bring any types of bags inside SEC stadiums during football games; however, the following outlines bags that are permitted:
— Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
— One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc bag or similar)
— Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5" (approximately the size of a hand)
— An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at gates B and I of Davis Wade Stadium.
— Full details are available at HailState.com/clearbag.
Golf Cart/Low-Speed Vehicle Policy
Fans also are reminded that all privately owned golf carts are expected to operate in the same manner as an automobile or other motorized vehicle.
— All golf carts must comply with Mississippi Motor Vehicle and Traffic regulations. (See Miss. Code Annotated Title 63-1-1 seq.)
— Operators of private golf carts must possess a valid driver's license and proper insurance identifying the vehicle driven.
— All privately owned golf carts operated on campus must possess a valid license plate.
— Privately owned golf carts may only be operated on streets open for public traffic. Privately owned golf carts will not be allowed access to roadways closed prior to game time, such as Creelman Street, Barr Avenue, B.S. Hood Drive, and Stone Boulevard.
— Without exception, private golf carts are prohibited on any grass or any tailgating areas, such as the Cullis Wade Depot lawn, Fan Fare area, the Junction, West Lawn tent area, or other areas on gameday.
— Privately owned golf carts may not be driven alongside any closed road or on any sidewalks or grass.
— Privately owned golf carts must possess a license plate and have a valid Bulldog Club Parking Pass or Public Paid Parking Pass to park in campus lots on gameday. As with automobiles, golf carts may not exit and re-enter reserved or pay lots on gamedays.
— Violation of these rules could result in the issuance of traffic citations and other penalties, as outlined by state laws and/or university policies.
— Privately owned all-terrain, four wheel, farm utility, "gators" or other side-by-side vehicles are also prohibited on campus.
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.
Weather
Temperatures are expected to be in the mid 80s throughout the day with clear skies. Fans are allowed to bring in one (1) clear full or empty water bottle per person.
Ring of Honor
Joe Fortunato, 1951 first-team All-American and one of the greatest players in Chicago Bears history, will be inducted into the MSU Ring of Honor during a pregame ceremony. Fortunato will become the seventh Bulldog legend enshrined in the Ring of Honor.
Series History
MSU and BYU are meeting for the fourth time and the first time in Starkville since Dec. 1, 2001. The Cougars lead the series, 2-1, including a 28-21 double-overtime triumph last October in Provo. The last meeting in Starkville between the two was originally scheduled for Sept. 14, 2001 but the attacks of 9/11
moved the contest to Dec. 1.
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
10:31:00 a.m. 30:00 Teams Leave Field
10:50:30 a.m. 10:30 National Anthem
10:51:30 a.m. 9:30 Flyover
10:56:00 a.m. 5:00 Mississippi State Intro Video
10:57:30 a.m. 3:30 Mississippi State Takes Field
10:58:00 a.m. 3:00 Coin Toss
10:59:00 a.m. 2:00 BYU Takes Field
11:01:00 a.m. 0:00 Kickoff
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