The Bulldogs went through their first preseason scrimmage. What did the new head coach think of the performance?
STARKVILLE, Miss. — Mississippi State underwent its first preseason scrimmage at Davis Wade Stadium today. New head coach Jeff Lebby is bringing a lot of new stuff to this program, especially on the offensive side.
Due to the vast number of transfers, leadership could be a concern for this team as many starters, particularly on offense, are going through their first season in Maroon and White. However, coaches and players alike have said the leadership of this squad is strong, whether it be transfer or MSU veterans, and the head coach echoed those sentiments.
The room will also have a new coach, Cody Kennedy, who has been tasked with bringing this group together and ensuring they have the cohesiveness needed to play well on Saturdays. Lebby had high praise for the group. Both guys are expected to play a major role for this team, and true freshmen who did not enroll in December are still getting their feet wet. While game day is inching closer, there are still opportunities for players vying to get into the rotation, with the starting lineups not yet set in stone.
"Offensively, we have a long way to go. We got to get a heck of a lot better," Lebby said. "Understanding how to play with firm feet and the cleanliness, we have to play with… just because we play fast does not mean we are sloppy…. and I have a ton of confidence we will be able to get there."
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