Mississippi State defeats Minnesota 38-13 behind balanced performance

Mississippi State defeated Minnesota 38-13 on the road, with the Bulldogs scoring touchdowns on each of their first four drives and controlling the game from the opening kickoff, according to the source report.

Kamario Taylor passed for 227 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for 86 yards. Fluff Bothwell added 113 rushing yards and two scores, while Anthony Evans III recorded 121 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Mississippi State's defense did not allow a touchdown. Minnesota's only touchdown came when the Gophers recovered a Mississippi State fumble in the end zone. The Bulldogs limited Minnesota to 13 rushing yards and four conversions on 13 third-down attempts.

Mississippi State coach Jeff Lebby praised Taylor's performance, saying, "I'm proud of his presence, his command, and his leadership is spot on."

Mississippi State will open Southeastern Conference play next Saturday at South Carolina.

Source: Mississippi State Athletics.