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Hardy Runs for 300 as Missouri Defeats Mississippi State

Turnovers proved decisive, leaving Mississippi State 5-6, still chasing bowl eligibility.

STARKVILLE, MISSISSIPPI - NOVEMBER 08: Anthony Evans III #3 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs looks on during the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium on November 08, 2025 in Starkville, Mississippi. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Ahmad Hardy rushed for a career-best 300 yards and three touchdowns on 25 carries to power Missouri’s win.
  • Missouri returned two Blake Shapen interceptions for touchdowns, and Toriano Pride Jr. added a 62-yard fumble return to set up another score.
  • Freshman quarterback Matt Zollers went 8-of-15 for 112 yards with two touchdown passes and one interception in his first career win.
  • Shapen finished 19-of-33 for 199 yards with two interceptions and two rushing touchdowns as Mississippi State controlled possession but lost the turnover battle.
  • Missouri moved to 7-3 (3-3 SEC) and visits No. 11 Oklahoma next, while Mississippi State fell to 5-6 (1-6 SEC) and must beat No. 6 Ole Miss on Nov. 29 to become bowl eligible for the first time since 2022.