Having proficient special teams play is the hallmark of any successful college football program.

Mississippi State head coach Dan Mullen recognizes this fact. As such, he heavily pursued Army All-American punter Tucker Day.

Day liked what Mullen had to say — as he committed to MSU on Sunday:

Day is a native of Tennessee. He opted for the Bulldogs over offers from Colorado State, Rutgers, Navy, Army, and Illinois.

He became the 22nd commitment within MSU’s 2017 recruiting class.