Jeff Lebby reviews Mississippi State scrimmage, highlights Kamario Taylor's play
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Mississippi State football held its first preseason scrimmage on August 16 at Davis Wade Stadium. Coach Jeff Lebby reported that the starters played 47 snaps while the second team played 40. He noted that the team maintained good health and displayed energy and physicality during the session. Lebby mentioned quarterback Kamario Taylor's promising performance, although he identified areas for improvement. The offensive line remains a focus for development, and competition for the backup quarterback position is intensifying among AJ Swann, Parker Puckett, and Jaden Rashada. Defensive lineman Colin Coates was ruled out for the season due to injury. The next scrimmage is scheduled for August 22.
- •Mississippi State's first preseason scrimmage took place on August 16.
- •Starters played 47 snaps; second team played 40.
- •Kamario Taylor showed promise but had missed opportunities.
- •Offensive line seeking improvement with mostly new faces.
- •Colin Coates is out for the season with an injury.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — How Jeff Lebby assessed Mississippi State, Kamario Taylor in first scrimmage
"What coach Jeff Lebby said about Mississippi State football's scrimmage with updates on the offensive line, second-string QB and more.
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