Mississippi State Football: 18 Thoughts on 2018 season

By Ethan Lee | Apr 25, 2018

STARKVILLE, MS - NOVEMBER 11: Aeris Williams #22 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs dives in for the touchdown as Keith Holcombe #42 and Rashaan Evans #32 of the Alabama Crimson Tide try to tackle him during the first half of an NCAA football game at Davis Wade Stadium on November 11, 2017 in Starkville, Mississippi. (Photo by Butch Dill/Getty Images) /

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STARKVILLE, MS – OCTOBER 21: Nick Fitzgerald #7 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs carries the ball in for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA football game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium on October 21, 2017 in Starkville, Mississippi. (Photo by Butch Dill/Getty Images) /

It’ll Be Interesting To See How Nick Fitzgerald Develops With Joe Moorhead In Charge

Nick Fitzgerald has been a great quarterback for the Bulldogs. In 2018, Fitzgerald has the potential to set several new records. And it’s totally possible that he will with Joe Moorhead coaching him this season.

But, what’ll be more interesting than the records he might set is how Fitzgerald actually develops. Fitz has only been playing quarterback for a few years. Still, his passing skillset isn’t exactly where it needs to be right now.

Under Dan Mullen, Fitzgerald became a powerful dual-threat that few defenses could slow down, let alone stop. However, for Fitzgerald to have a real shot in the National Football League, he’ll need to polish his passing skills. For Mississippi State football to have a truly special season, Fitz will need to refine what he can do throwing the ball.

Joe Moorhead is a great offensive mind. He could certainly help Fitzgerald do that and become more than just a running quarterback. It’ll be interesting to see what actually happens this season with that though.

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