Good morning, Hattiesburg.

Mississippi State football offensive lineman Luke Work did not play on Aug.

30 at Southern Miss because he wore a boot during warmups. Coach Jeff Lebby had not mentioned his injury before the game—Jacoby Jackson started in his place while cornerback Jett Jefferson was also unexpectedly out.

Mississippi State football starting offensive tackle Blake Steen did not return to the season opener at Southern Miss after he was injured during a field goal attempt three seconds before halftime—forcing the team to reshuffle its offensive line as it scored two touchdowns to open the second half.

USM and MSU fans gathered on campus to tailgate before the gridiron match—enjoying food and music while building excitement for the upcoming game.

Kyle Ferrie broke a 40 year old record when he kicked a 55 yard field goal* against Southern Miss on Aug.

30, giving Mississippi State a 10 to 3 lead and marking the longest field goal by a visitor kicker at M. M. Roberts Stadium. This new record surpasses Artie Cosby's 54 yard field goal from 1985.

Calvin Richardson Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — The Center at Forrest County — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of Multi-Grammy Nominated artist Calvin Richardson as he performs his new hit single.

Best of Both Worlds Alumni Aftergame Party

9 PM-2 AM — The Bottling Company — General admission & VIP options — Celebrate the rivalry with a classy alumni gathering for JSU and USM fans.

Toad the Wet Sprocket with KT Tunstall

7-8:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt music from the beloved band Toad the Wet Sprocket and the dynamic KT Tunstall.

James McMurtry Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Hattiesburg Saenger Theater — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of Texas music with James McMurtry and special guest BettySoo.