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High Stakes: Ole Miss Faces Mississippi State in Egg Bowl

11/28/2025

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Summary

Kiffin's Future at Stake

The 2025 Egg Bowl features No. 7 Ole Miss and Mississippi State at noon ET on November 28, 2025, in Starkville.
Mississippi State needs a win to become bowl eligible.
Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss coach, has an uncertain future amid offers from Louisiana State University (LSU) and Florida.
Ole Miss leads the series 66-46-6 with a 7.5-point spread in its favor.
Kewan Lacy has over 1,100 rushing yards this season.

History

Historical Context

The Egg Bowl rivalry between Mississippi State and Ole Miss began in 1901, with Ole Miss leading the series 66-46-6 as of 2024. The annual game, awarded the Golden Egg trophy since 1927, symbolizes state pride and college football's cultural significance in Mississippi. As both teams compete for bowl eligibility, the outcome may impact coaching futures, particularly for Ole Miss's Lane Kiffin amid interest from LSU and Florida.

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Kiffin's Future at Stake

The 2025 Egg Bowl features No. 7 Ole Miss and Mississippi State at noon ET on November 28, 2025, in Starkville.
Mississippi State needs a win to become bowl eligible.
Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss coach, has an uncertain future amid offers from Louisiana State University (LSU) and Florida.
Ole Miss leads the series 66-46-6 with a 7.5-point spread in its favor.
Kewan Lacy has over 1,100 rushing yards this season.

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