Jared Curtis leads Vanderbilt to narrow victory over Mississippi State

Vanderbilt football secured its first SEC win of the season, edging out Mississippi State 25-23 on November 7 at Davis-Wade Stadium. Quarterback Jared Curtis, though without a touchdown or interception, completed 17 of 27 passes for 168 yards. The game was marked by a strong performance from kicker Brock Taylor, who converted six field goals. Curtis managed the offense effectively despite a fumble that allowed Mississippi State to score a touchdown. The Commodores maintained a significant time of possession, keeping the ball for nearly 40 minutes, crucial to their success.

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