Greg McElroy explains why Florida game is a must-win for Mississippi State
By Adam Spencer
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The Mississippi State Bulldogs went up to Kentucky last weekend and got beaten 28-7, removing some of the shine from their big preseason expectations.
Now, they return home to host Florida in former coach Dan Mullen’s return to Starkville.
According to SEC Network analyst Greg McElroy, this is a must-win game for the Bulldogs. He said if they lose to the Gators, a 6-6 or 7-5 season is possible:
"If Mississippi State doesn't win this game vs. Florida you're staring a potential 7-5 , 6-6 at best 8-4 season right in the eyes and this was supposed to be your year" – @GregMcElroy pic.twitter.com/AnQEVdztS1
— Paul Finebaum (@finebaum) September 24, 2018
McElroy’s point is that the Bulldogs still have to play Alabama, LSU, Auburn and Texas A&M — a rough gauntlet of SEC West powers.
Coming into the season, the Bulldogs were predicted by many to beat a few of those teams, but a loss to Florida would put their potential dream season in serious jeopardy.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
