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Mississippi State defeats Louisiana-Monroe 62-13 in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 3:40 AM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Mississippi State defeats Louisiana-Monroe 62-13 in season opener

Summary

Mississippi State opened its season with a 62-13 victory over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday in Starkville. Sophomore quarterback Kamario Taylor led the offense by accounting for 413 total yards and five touchdowns. Taylor completed 21 of 32 pass attempts for 354 yards and four scores, while adding 59 rushing yards and another touchdown on the ground. The Bulldogs scored on eight consecutive drives to build a substantial lead by the third quarter. The victory marks a strong start for the team under third-year coach Jeff Leby. Mississippi State will travel to face Minnesota next Saturday, while Louisiana-Monroe prepares for a road game at UAB.

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By the Numbers

•Kamario Taylor threw for 354 yards and four touchdowns.
•Mississippi State scored 62 points, tying for the 14th most in program history.
•Anthony Evans III recorded seven catches for 118 yards and one touchdown.
•Marquis Johnson caught a 70-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter.
•Mississippi State plays at Minnesota on September 13.

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3:40 AMYahoo Sports — Taylor throws for 354 yards and 4 TDs, Mississippi State routs Louisiana-Monroe 62-13

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Kamario Taylor passed for 354 yards and four touchdowns, added 59 yards and a score on the ground, and Mississippi State cruised past Louisiana-Monroe 62-13 in the season opener for both teams on Saturday. Mississippi State's 62 points is tied for the 14th most in program history. Taylor was electric in the first half.
— Yahoo Sports

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