Early look at Mississippi State: Bulldogs much improved in 2026

As Texas turns the page after the Ole Miss win, they invite their Magnolia State rivals to Austin. Mississippi State comes into Austin after major injury news, leaving the Bulldogs without one of the best players in the country. Despite that, Jeff Lebby has had success against Texas defenses during his time as an OC and now a head coach. Slowing the Bulldog offense will be easier without their QB1 but far from easy and their defense is capable of making momentum changing plays.

Here's how the Bulldogs stack up walking into Austin this weekend: