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National Signing Day 2017: Breaking Down Mississippi State’s Class

By Jared Aldridge

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Nov 28, 2015; Starkville, MS, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs mascot Bully runs onto the field before the game against the Mississippi Rebels at Davis Wade Stadium. Mississippi won 38-27. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 28, 2015; Starkville, MS, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs mascot Bully runs onto the field before the game against the Mississippi Rebels at Davis Wade Stadium. Mississippi won 38-27. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY Sports /

Early Enrollees

Keytaon Thompson- One of the prize high schoolers of the 2017 class, Thompson is a 4 star dual threat quarterback. Although the extra practice time will be good for him, I believe it’ll be best for Thompson and Mississippi State if he takes a red shirt in 2017.

Austin Williams– The three start wide receiver from Pascagoula is a good mix of height and speed. While a red shirt is possible for him, I wouldn’t be surprised to see Williams get some action on an offense that needs a down field play maker.

Tyler Williams– No relation to Austin, the 6-3 defensive back from Layfaytte will most like red shirt to avoid being lost in the DB shuffle in 2017.

James Jackson– Another big body in the middle of the defensive line is never a bad thing. That’s exactly what Jackson is at 6-3 345. With the depth already on the roster and the JUCO guys coming in Jackson may not see much time.

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