"We need our fans to give us that home-field advantage this week," MSU head coach Dan Mullen said.
Gameday: Bulldogs, Kentucky Meet in Homecoming Saturday Showdown
October 20, 2017 | Football
STARKVILLE, Miss. – For the first time since 1999, a Southeastern Conference opponent visits Davis Wade Stadium for Homecoming as Mississippi State welcomes 5-1 Kentucky in a pivotal Saturday showdown at 3 p.m. CT on SEC Network. For complete gameday information, visit HailState.com/gameday.
State (4-2, 1-2 SEC) dominated BYU, 35-10, a week ago and is hosting its first SEC game since Sept. 16. The Bulldogs are currently in a tie for fifth in the SEC West standings and are looking to make a move with league games on the schedule in five of the next six weeks.
The Wildcats (5-1, 2-1) are nearly one play away from being undefeated. UK had two weeks to prep for State with an open date last Saturday. They sit alone in second place in the SEC Eastern Division race.
"We need our fans to give us that home-field advantage this week," MSU head coach Dan Mullen said. "We need every student at this University piling to get into this stadium because it is a big, big game. We need this place rocking Saturday."
Kentucky is 5-1 through six games for just the fifth time in the past 40 years. They have been superb at stopping the run, allowing only 97.2 yards per game. The Wildcats are also +8 in turnover margin, which is second in the SEC and seventh nationally.
State is putting up 261.7 yards per game on the ground and is 4-0 when getting over 250 rushing yards this season. The Bulldogs are eighth nationally in total defense (284.8), fourth in passing defense (155.0) and first in first down defense (72).
Tickets/Fan Zone
The Davis Wade Stadium ticket office opens at noon and all gates will open at 1 p.m. Tickets remain for the contest and are also available for purchase on HailState.com. The C Spire Fan Zone opens at 11 a.m. The "Dawg Walk" will take place at 1 p.m. in the Junction. The C Spire Fan Zone schedule for Saturday is as follows:
1-1:30 p.m.: Soccer autographs
1:30-2 p.m.: Track & Field autographs
2-2:30 p.m.: Men's Basketball autographs and photos with Jak
What To Wear
It's the 2017 "Stripeout" game. For information on what to wear in your section, visit HailState.com/stripeout.
Viewing Information
The game will be televised live on SEC Network with Taylor Zarzour (play-by-play), Andre Ware (analyst) and Olivia Harlan (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 1 p.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
The temperature is expected to be at or near 80 degrees at kickoff with partly cloudy skies.
Homecoming
The 2017 Homecoming court will be introduced at halftime of the game, including 2016 women's basketball All-American and Queen Victoria Vivians and King Anthony Daniels of Brookhaven. MSU owns a 54-21-3 record all-time on Homecoming, including a 7-1 mark under Mullen. This is the first time since Oct. 23, 1999 when State defeated LSU that the Bulldogs play an SEC foe for Homecoming.
Series History
MSU and Kentucky are meeting for the 45th time and the 28th straight year. The series is tied at 22 apiece, but the Bulldogs own a 12-6 in Starkville, including three in a row. UK is MSU's permanent SEC Eastern Division opponent.
2017 SEC Legend
MSU's 2017 SEC legend Floyd "Pork Chop" Womack will be recognized during pregame. Womack, a 2000 first-team All-American offensive lineman and an 11-year NFL veteran, will be honored in December at the SEC Championship Game.
Times of Interest
Time Clock Event
11:00:00 a.m. — Fan Zone Opens
12:00:00 p.m. — Davis Wade Stadium Ticket Office Opens
1:00:00 p.m. — Gates Open
1:00:00 p.m. — Dawg Walk
1:35:00 p.m. — Team On Field
2:01:00 p.m. 60:00 60-Minute Clock Countdown Begins
2:31:00 p.m. 30:00 Teams Leave Field
2:50:30 p.m. 10:30 National Anthem
2:56:00 p.m. 5:00 Mississippi State Intro Video
2:57:30 p.m. 3:30 Mississippi State Takes Field
2:58:00 p.m. 3:00 Coin Toss
2:59:00 p.m. 2:00 Kentucky Takes Field
3:01:00 p.m. 0:00 Kickoff
State (4-2, 1-2 SEC) dominated BYU, 35-10, a week ago and is hosting its first SEC game since Sept. 16. The Bulldogs are currently in a tie for fifth in the SEC West standings and are looking to make a move with league games on the schedule in five of the next six weeks.
The Wildcats (5-1, 2-1) are nearly one play away from being undefeated. UK had two weeks to prep for State with an open date last Saturday. They sit alone in second place in the SEC Eastern Division race.
"We need our fans to give us that home-field advantage this week," MSU head coach Dan Mullen said. "We need every student at this University piling to get into this stadium because it is a big, big game. We need this place rocking Saturday."
Kentucky is 5-1 through six games for just the fifth time in the past 40 years. They have been superb at stopping the run, allowing only 97.2 yards per game. The Wildcats are also +8 in turnover margin, which is second in the SEC and seventh nationally.
State is putting up 261.7 yards per game on the ground and is 4-0 when getting over 250 rushing yards this season. The Bulldogs are eighth nationally in total defense (284.8), fourth in passing defense (155.0) and first in first down defense (72).
Tickets/Fan Zone
The Davis Wade Stadium ticket office opens at noon and all gates will open at 1 p.m. Tickets remain for the contest and are also available for purchase on HailState.com. The C Spire Fan Zone opens at 11 a.m. The "Dawg Walk" will take place at 1 p.m. in the Junction. The C Spire Fan Zone schedule for Saturday is as follows:
1-1:30 p.m.: Soccer autographs
1:30-2 p.m.: Track & Field autographs
2-2:30 p.m.: Men's Basketball autographs and photos with Jak
What To Wear
It's the 2017 "Stripeout" game. For information on what to wear in your section, visit HailState.com/stripeout.
Viewing Information
The game will be televised live on SEC Network with Taylor Zarzour (play-by-play), Andre Ware (analyst) and Olivia Harlan (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 1 p.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
The temperature is expected to be at or near 80 degrees at kickoff with partly cloudy skies.
Homecoming
The 2017 Homecoming court will be introduced at halftime of the game, including 2016 women's basketball All-American and Queen Victoria Vivians and King Anthony Daniels of Brookhaven. MSU owns a 54-21-3 record all-time on Homecoming, including a 7-1 mark under Mullen. This is the first time since Oct. 23, 1999 when State defeated LSU that the Bulldogs play an SEC foe for Homecoming.
Series History
MSU and Kentucky are meeting for the 45th time and the 28th straight year. The series is tied at 22 apiece, but the Bulldogs own a 12-6 in Starkville, including three in a row. UK is MSU's permanent SEC Eastern Division opponent.
2017 SEC Legend
MSU's 2017 SEC legend Floyd "Pork Chop" Womack will be recognized during pregame. Womack, a 2000 first-team All-American offensive lineman and an 11-year NFL veteran, will be honored in December at the SEC Championship Game.
Times of Interest
Time Clock Event
11:00:00 a.m. — Fan Zone Opens
12:00:00 p.m. — Davis Wade Stadium Ticket Office Opens
1:00:00 p.m. — Gates Open
1:00:00 p.m. — Dawg Walk
1:35:00 p.m. — Team On Field
2:01:00 p.m. 60:00 60-Minute Clock Countdown Begins
2:31:00 p.m. 30:00 Teams Leave Field
2:50:30 p.m. 10:30 National Anthem
2:56:00 p.m. 5:00 Mississippi State Intro Video
2:57:30 p.m. 3:30 Mississippi State Takes Field
2:58:00 p.m. 3:00 Coin Toss
2:59:00 p.m. 2:00 Kentucky Takes Field
3:01:00 p.m. 0:00 Kickoff
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