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The Boneyard

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It is time for the Mississippi State family to come together

Mississippi State was scheduled to practice on Thursday afternoon. Instead, the Bulldog players elected to protest social injustices in our country. The move was met with criticism by some and support by others. On today's show, I share the details about what led to the decision to take the day off to show a sense of solidarity. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/p...

Aug 28, 20201 hr 2 min

Mississippi State seeing fresh faces in new places on offense.

Mississippi State continues to work through football camp in anticipation of the season opener against LSU. The Bulldog offensive line has seen a new name running with the ones and the State wideouts are getting a crash course in catching the football. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 26, 20201 hr 2 min

Leach preaches Mississippi football heritage.

Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach met with the media on Saturday evening to provide an update on fall camp. As part of that update, Leach spoke about the responsibility players have to the football heritage in our great state. Leach also shared that the Bulldog receivers appear to be catching on a little bit faster than he expected. That should be music to the ears of Mississippi State fans. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https...

Aug 23, 202057 min

Maroon Friday is here. Let's talk football.

Mississippi State was back on the practice field on Thursday. Selected defensive coaches spent some time recapping the week's efforts with the media once the work day was done. On today's show, I talk about what we have learned this week including an important name stepping up in the Bulldog secondary. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 21, 20201 hr 3 min

Bulldogs have good first day according to Leach

Mississippi State took to the practice field for the first time in the Mike Leach era on Tuesday. Leach met with the media by Zoom once the practice session ended. He spoke about KJ Costello's progress, Tyler Williams availability and Malik Heath's situation. I break it all down today/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 19, 20201 hr

BONEYARD: Breaking down the SEC schedule

The SEC announced the ten game schedules for all league teams. I take a look at who should do well and who won't. Enjoy today's bonus edition of the show complete with another cool top ten list. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 18, 20201 hr

Who are the top 25 football players in Mississippi?

The SEC football schedule will be released later today. It appears it is being held under lock and key until then. Also, I break down the top 25 2021 college football prospects the state of Mississippi have to offer. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 17, 20201 hr 8 min

Can the good feelings of Friday survive the weekend this week?

This time last Friday, college football fans were debating the SEC schedule adjustments. By Saturday it appeared the entire season was set to come crashing down. Hopefully, this weekend college football will take a weekend in off Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 14, 20201 hr 1 min

Saddle up partners. The Big-12 sides with the ACC and SEC

The Big-10 and Pac-12 followed through as expected and canceled their respective football seasons for this fall. Many wondered how the Big-12 would vote. Late yesterday evening, the league's ADs and presidents voted to stay the course and push towards a season this fall. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 12, 20201 hr 5 min

Can the SEC save the day?

It's a long show today as we have a lot to discuss. The 2020 college football hangs by a thread with the Big 10 canceling their season. The SEC, ACC and Big-12 could find a way to work things out to play, but will they? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 10, 20201 hr 14 min

Bulldogs should know 2020 opponents today

The SEC is expected to release the football opponents for each league team today. The order of appearance is expected to come next week. So we may not know when, but we should know who and where shortly. In other news, the SEC announced protocols for competition earlier today. I break it all down on today's show. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 07, 202051 min

SEC sets fall camp dates, eyes fall football schedule

Mississippi State and the rest of the SEC's football programs will begin fall camp on August 17th. Yes, the start date has been moved back, but so has the season. It stands to reason. The league is expected to announce its football schedule later this week. What should Bulldog fans expect and when? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Aug 05, 202056 min

Remembering D.J. Looney

The Mississippi State family suffered a terrible loss over the weekend when former coach and player D.J. Looney died of a heart attack following a workout on the campus of Louisiana-Lafayette. Today, I share some insight into the person D.J. was as well as his love for Mississippi State. In other news, we talk men's basketball and the Robert Woodard decision. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & O...

Aug 03, 20201 hr 5 min

How will a ten game SEC schedule impact Mississippi State?

The SEC plans to play football this year, but only against each other this regular season. What does that mean for Mississippi State? State will need to play well to have a winning season, but the Bulldogs might catch a bit of a break with how the proposed schedule falls. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jul 31, 202056 min

Mississippi State adds another four-star wideout

Mississippi State picked up a verbal commitment of Malik Nabers on Tuesday. Nabers is a big time play maker that should be a great addition to the Mike Leach offense. What's next in recruiting and what should fans expect to see in the coming months with in state recruiting. Another top ten list and a bit of a history lesson as we look back to the early days of Bulldog football. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bra...

Jul 29, 202054 min

Bulldogs add power forward, OL recruiting developments

Mississippi State added Alabama basketball tranfser Javian Davis earlier today. A native of Canton, MSJ, Davis will enroll this fall with three years of eligibility remaining. A waiver for this year is pending. The Bulldog football team is looking to sign five OLs in this class, but have just one in the boat. What should Mississippi State fans expect going forward. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy &...

Jul 27, 202056 min

What to expect from wide receiver recruiting going forward.

Mississippi State signed six 2020 wide receivers for the class of 2020. The Bulldogs are chasing at least four more in 2021. That position group is undergoing a complete overhaul. So what should fans expect in the weeks ahead on the recruiting trail? I take a look today. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jul 24, 202056 min

Bulldogs working through final workouts before walk-thrus

Mississippi State players and coaches are back on the practice fields, but so far the work has been about physical fitness. Next week, the Bulldogs will have the chance to begin walk-thrus as they try to install a new scheme on both sides of the football. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jul 22, 202051 min

Mississippi State recruiting heading into the Dawg Days of Summer

Mississippi State picked up the commitment of Florida linebacker Timar Rogers on Friday. What's next in Bulldog recruiting? In other news, what does the recent baseball legislation really mean to Mississippi State and others? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jul 20, 20201 hr 6 min

Bulldogs find value in late recruiting additions

Mississippi State has been able to strike gold in the late recruiting hills over the years. The Bulldogs have used some of the final scholarships in their annual allotments to add players who have gone on to great football careers. Another top ten list and a look at men's basketball. Can the Bulldogs win this winter? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jul 17, 202058 min

Chaney back in Maroon and White

Mississippi State hired former Bulldog linebacker Jamar Chaney away from the Florida Gators' football program earlier today. Chaney was a star linebacker back during Sylvester Croom's tenure. What will Chaney bring to the table? Also, the Mississippi community college football programs are at a crossroads. Will they play in the fall or the in the spring. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Ou...

Jul 15, 202050 min

SEC leadership meets to discuss 2020 football possibilities

Mississippi State AD John Cohen and the other athletic directors around the league are in Birmingham to discuss the 2020 football season possibilities. What can we learn from today? Will the SEC follow suit or blaze its own trail? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jul 13, 202053 min

Will the SEC elect to play conference games only?

The BIg-10 announced on Thursday that the league would move forward with football against only in conference games. All non-conference games are slated to be canceled. With that domino tumbled, news soon spread that other conferences planned to follow suit. The SEC stopped short of making a decision. What will the league do and when? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle....

Jul 10, 202053 min

What to expect from the Bulldog offensive line

Mississippi State could begin the season with four senior starters on the offensive line. How the battle for the center position will likely determine how those numbers play out. I also spend some time talking about the OLs of the future as the Bulldog coaches work through their options for the 2021 signing class. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jul 08, 202056 min

Football season faces new health protocols

Mississippi State and other college football programs are working through some new "if this, then what" scenarios when it comes to testing for the COVID-19 virus. There are a lot of new protocols in place to ensure that infection is minimized. How realistic are they? In other news, the Bulldog running backs have talent. Outside of Kylin Hill, they have little in the way of experience. What's a fair outlook for the season? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Adv...

Jul 06, 202054 min

Bulldogs courting some talented corners

Mississippi State signed three corners last year and appear poised to do the same this year. Cortez Eatmon is already in the boat, but the Bulldogs are chasing a pair of high schoolers as well. Can State fill their needs within the state or will some other prospects wind up on the Bulldog roster? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jul 03, 202055 min

What's Mississippi State getting in Tyrell Shavers?

Mississippi State fans were in a panic on Wednesday after word spread that tailgating on campus might be shut down. I have an update from the source on today's show. In other news, Tyrell Shavers is set to join team workouts soon. I spoke with Steve Spurrier earlier today to find out what the Bulldogs are getting in the Alabama grad transfer. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://r...

Jul 01, 202052 min

Mississippi State is a catalyst for change again

Mississippi State's Kylin Hill has become a central figure in the decision to change the state flag. The fact that a Bulldog is involved with change should come as no surprise. It's what we do. The Bulldogs are on a strong recruiting run right now and more new commitments are on the way. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jun 29, 202053 min

Mississippi State closing in on wide receivers?

Mississippi State has been in the mix with several talented pass catchers this recruiting cycle. The Bulldogs have been mentioned in connection with a handful of four stars from the southeast. Could State be close to a commitment or two? It appears so. No flag vote today, but look for business to pick up over the weekend. In other news, some Diamond Dawgs are cashing in. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pri...

Jun 26, 202055 min

Bulldogs welcome 14 new players for summer workouts.

Mississippi State brings in fourteen players today to join summer workouts. Many of them will be asked to play this fall. Who should fans get to know before the team takes the field this fall? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-boneyard/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Jun 24, 202054 min
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