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Mississippi State Football Faces First Draft Shutout Since 2009

5/2/2025

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For the first time since 2009, Mississippi State football faced a disappointing NFL Draft in 2025 with no players chosen. Yet, hope remains as several Bulldogs found new beginnings as undrafted free agents, with wide receiver Kelly Akharaiyi heading to the Buffalo Bills, linebacker Stone Blanton joining the San Francisco 49ers, and basketball standout Jimmy Bell Jr. signing with the Los Angeles Chargers.

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Story summary

For the first time since 2009, Mississippi State football faced a disappointing NFL Draft in 2025 with no players chosen. Yet, hope remains as several Bulldogs found new beginnings as undrafted free agents, with wide receiver Kelly Akharaiyi heading to the Buffalo Bills, linebacker Stone Blanton joining the San Francisco 49ers, and basketball standout Jimmy Bell Jr. signing with the Los Angeles Chargers.