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When Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione announced his retirement effective the end of the year, many assumed Mississippi State athletic director to be the natural choice as his successor. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk discuss why it appears Selmon will remain in Starkville, and why that decision keeps the Mississippi State athletic department on a path of progress. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk...

To say Mississippi State's basketball season hasn't gone according to plan would be a massive understatement. While making a fourth straight NCAA Tournament may already be out of the question, there's still games to be played and respect to be earned for the Bulldogs. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk examine Saturday's matchup with the Memphis Tigers and why that game could spark a little something at...

Mark Etheridge just wrote the Mississippi State fall preview for D1Baseball, so Brian Hadad got him on the podcast while he had Bulldogs on the brain. He discusses State's deep roster, plus takes a look around the SEC and the nation at who the Bulldogs will have to beat to claim a second national championship. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight...

Mississippi State awaits January 2 for two reasons. One, the Bulldogs will finish their season in the Duke's Mayo Bowl, but more importantly, the transfer portal will open for business. What must Jeff Lebby and his staff prioritize for the upcoming season? Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk discuss the biggest needs for the Bulldogs. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you...

We're just days away from Christmas, but its OK to open a gift early. In your case, the gift is Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk presenting you with America's favorite Twitter mailbag, The Rumblings. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. We cover the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mis...

Officially the transfer portal doesn't open for another two and a half weeks, but several Mississippi State players have already announced their intentions to leave Starkville. Have the Bulldogs lost any players they'd actually like to have back for 2026? Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk take a look at that plus State's ongoing search for a new wide receivers coach. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississip...

Mark your calendars and book your rooms, Mississippi State's 2026 football schedule is locked, loaded, and ready to go. In this transfer portal era, is it possible to make a solid prediction about the Bulldogs' record next season? Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk are ready to look ahead to year three of the Jeff Lebby Era. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best...

Excitement around Mississippi State baseball is nothing new, but this year's edition of the Diamond Dawgs might be the most preseason furor we've ever seen in Starkville. Brian Hadad welcomes Kendall Rogers of D1Baseball.com to the pod for a look around the SEC and a closeup view of Brian O'Connor's first Bulldog squad. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the bes...

Mississippi State has always been a program associated with the ground game, and through the years there have been some outstanding quarterback/running back pairings in maroon and white. With Fluff Bothwell announcing he'll be back for another season in Starkville, can he and Kamario Taylor be the next in that long line? Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk discuss that around some breaking news about Jef...

Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. We cover the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk. FM

Christmas is just around the corner, but Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk have been you giving you the gift of The Rumblings all year long. The guys are back with another edition of America's favorite Twitter mailbag. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. We cover the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a productio...

12 years ago, a young Mississippi State quarterback took advantage of bowl prep practices to launch himself into superstardom. Is that about to be the case for soon to be sophomore Kamario Taylor? Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk look at what the next few weeks mean for Taylor and the inevitable comparisons to Dak Prescott. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the bes...

Mississippi State had pretty much shut things down for the 2025 season, but on Sunday, the Bulldogs learned they are back in business for one last game. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk discuss how State found its way into the postseason, and why this berth in the Duke's Mayo Bowl is nothing but good news for Jeff Lebby and his team. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give y...

Jeff Lebby needed to replace his defensive coordinator, and he needed experience in the new hire. Lebby seemingly has his man, and its a familiar face, as former Mississippi State defensive coordinator and head coach Zach Arnett seems poised for a return to Starkville. How did this come about, and is Arnett the right man to turn around State's awful defense? Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk break down...

Season over and Signing Day is done, what's next for Jeff Lebby and Mississippi State. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk discuss the changes that appear to be imminent for the Bulldogs as they will look to revamp the coaching staff going into Year 3. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. We cover the Bulldogs like no on...

Long time Mississippi State fans will tell you, Signing Day is usually a day of upset stomachs and nerves as the Bulldogs try to hold on to their class. This year, the Bulldogs were on the offensive, picking up four new players and landing a signature from one of the nation's top players. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk have committed to recapping what the Bulldogs were able to bring on board. Brian...

Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. We cover the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a production of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. Learn more at SuperTalk. FM

You can count on The Rumblings to deliver some midweek fun, some insightful answers, some laughs, and some debate. What you can also count on is that Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk would never leave a dog behind if they moved to a new city. Two guys that aren't psychopaths are back with another edition of everybody's favorite Twitter mailbag. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of...

Mississippi State's season is over, which means the hard work of getting better for 2026 is just beginning. What can the Bulldogs realistically do to give their fans some hope going into next year? Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk lay out the plan for Jeff Lebby after they try and get over the fact that Lane Kiffin didn't actually own a dog. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On...

On Friday, Mississippi State could find a way to bring the Golden Egg back to Starkville, as Ole Miss dominated the Bulldogs in a 38-19 victory. On Sunday, it was the Rebels' turn to be upset, as Lane Kiffin walked away from his team and burned the bridge on his way out. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk recap a weekend that has seen the college football dynamic in this state completely change. Brian H...

A change at quarterback provided a brief spark, but in the end, the better team dominated as Ole Miss easily got past Mississippi State to keep the Golden Egg in Oxford for a third straight season. Brian Hadad reports from the Davis Wade pressbox as the season comes to an end for the Bulldogs. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight into Mississippi...

Even when there's nothing but pride on the line, there's no rivalry more intense than the one between Mississippi State and Ole Miss. Today, there's plenty at stake for the Bulldogs and Rebels beyond the coveted Golden Egg trophy. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk help you get your mind right as the Magnolia State showdown is upon us. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give y...

Josh Morgan was best known at Mississippi State for being one of the hardest hitters to ever wear maroon and white. Now the head coach at Warren Central, he took some time out of playoff preparation to talk with Brian Hadad about his two victories over Ole Miss and what he took from Coach Jackie Sherrill that sticks with him today. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give...

Today is the day, the Battle for the Golden Egg is here. Brian Hadad gets Richard Cross to leave politics behind to talk about today's game and give us the latest on Lane Kiffin's decision to stay or go from Ole Miss. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. We cover the Bulldogs like no one else. This show is a produ...

Football today is all about explosive offense, big plays, and superior athletes. For Mississippi State, the plan to defeat Ole Miss should be one that takes a step back in time. Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk discuss how the Bulldogs can take down the Rebels on Friday. Brian Hadad of SportsTalk Mississippi and Robbie Faulk of On3 give you the best insight into Mississippi State athletics. We cover t...