Good morning, Bulldogs! Some new Dawgs have arrived in Starkville!

What else did we throw into today’s Bulldog Brew?

🏀 Men take on No. 1 Auburn
⚾️ Preseason praise
🐶 And much, much more!

🎙️ DEAR OL’ STATE

Dear Ol’ State: State Women’s Tennis Staff Excited To Get New Season Started. The second year of the Chris Hooshyar era is almost here for Mississippi State women’s tennis. On Dear Ol’ State, Hooshyar and assistants Taylor Russo and Noah Tippen join Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to preview the upcoming campaign.

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 Another Challenge. After taking on No. 6 Kentucky this past weekend, No. 15 Mississippi State men’s hoops travels to Auburn today to tip off against the No. 1 Tigers at 6 p.m. on the SEC Network. Here are five things to know about the Dawgs’ matchup against the Tigers!

🔼 Key Dawg. You never know what moments in life could change everything. That's sort of been the case for RJ Melendez after one off night altered the course of his basketball career. Read more about how Melendez has gone from the portal to impact performer for the No. 14 Bulldogs.

🔼 Shine Bright On The Diamond. The Diamond Dawgs begin their season on Friday, Feb. 14 when Manhattan comes to Starkville for a three-game series — and will do so as the No. 18 team in the country!

🤔 BULLDOG TRIVIA

The Pick Is In. Today’s trivia question…How many Mississippi State baseball players were selected in the 2024 MLB Draft?

Think you got it? Scroll to the bottom of the Bulldog Brew to see if you know your stuff!

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📆 LOOKING AHEAD

Tuesday, January 14
🏀 Men’s Basketball at No. 1 Auburn @ 6 p.m. | SECN | Listen

Thursday, January 16
🏀 Women’s Basketball at No. 15 Tennessee @ 6 p.m. | Listen

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🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: 11!

The 11 players drafted were the most from any one program!

🐶 Have a great Tuesday, y'all!