Overview

• An updated availability report lists Mississippi State starter Albert Reese IV as doubtful and right tackle Blake Steen out, while Texas A&M’s Scooby Williams, Bryce Anderson and OL Blake Ivy are questionable.
• Texas A&M’s defense set the tone in the Auburn win, allowing 177 total yards and 52 rushing yards with seven sacks in a 16-10 result.
• Penalties remain a concern for the Aggies after 13 flags for 119 yards against Auburn and 38 for 309 yards on the season, prompting Mike Elko’s tongue-in-cheek “Coaches Cabo Fund” to curb infractions.
• Mississippi State enters 4-1 after a 41-34 overtime loss to Tennessee, with QB Blake Shapen extending his national-best streak to 20 straight games with a touchdown pass.
• The Kyle Field blackout doubles as a major recruiting showcase, with multiple 2027 five-star prospects expected in attendance for the SEC Network night game.