Loadholt aims for offensive line improvement at Mississippi State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 1:01 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
College SportsPhil Loadholt, Mississippi State’s second-year offensive line coach, is focused on enhancing the team's offensive line as training camp approaches. The Bulldogs, coming off a season where they allowed 45 sacks—ranked highest in the SEC and fourth nationally—are making changes to improve. With only one returning starter, senior center Canon Boone, Loadholt is bringing in five transfers to bolster depth and competition. He emphasizes the importance of continuity and leadership as key factors in forming an effective lineup. The team's performance in the upcoming fall camp will be critical for their overall improvement this season.
- •Phil Loadholt is in his second year as offensive line coach.
- •Mississippi State allowed 45 sacks last season, leading the SEC.
- •Senior center Canon Boone is the only returning starter.
- •Five transfers join the offensive line this fall.
- •Loadholt emphasizes competition and continuity during training camp.
- 1:01 AMYahoo Sports — Loadholt looking to add stability, continuity to offensive line
"STARKVILLE – Phil Loadholt is hoping to slam some revolving doors shut. With training camp just days away, Mississippi State’s second-year offensive line coach is trying to kickstart some much-needed improvement up front. The Bulldogs allowed 45 sacks last season, which were the most in the SEC and the fourth-most in America. Loadholt’s solution for that? More cooks in the kitchen. “I feel ...
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