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Lebby emphasizes importance of offense as State struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 2:01 AM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

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Summary

Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby addressed the media following a four-game losing streak during which the Bulldogs have scored only 18 points in their last 13 quarters. The team is dealing with a series of injuries, impacting performance. Lebby stressed the need for his players to execute fundamental plays, describing them as 'layups,' to increase offensive pressure against opponents. He remains focused on improving the offense, particularly in hopes of restoring effectiveness lost due to injuries, before the upcoming matchup against Auburn on November 14.

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•Mississippi State is on a four-game losing streak.
•The team has scored only 18 points in 13 quarters.
•Lebby emphasizes the need for fundamental plays.
•Injuries have significantly affected the team's performance.
•Mississippi State will face Auburn on November 14.

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2:01 AMYahoo Sports — Lebby feels 'layups' could reignite State's offense

What they're saying

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STARKVILLE – Every minute matters. In the midst of a four-game losing streak that’s included a slew of injuries, both lingering and season-ending, Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby is working to get the most it can out of those that are able to go. So far the results have not been stellar, as the Bulldogs have scored just 18 points in their last 13 quarters. During the team’s press ...
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