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From the Bedlam Bell to the Platypus Trophy and everything in between, college football's traveling trophies add an extra layer of motivation.
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Offensive lineman Albert Reese IV says Jeff Lebby's dynamic approach to the offensive lineup is what will make the Bulldogs stand out this season across the SEC.
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Blake Shapen says faith in Jeff Lebby's coaching style is going to breed a high energy Bulldogs team that will be celebrating on the field this season.
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Jeff Lebby highlights transfers QB Blake Shapen and LB Stone Blanton as student-athletes who will lead Mississippi State's new regime.
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SEC Now's Greg McElroy and Randall Cobb describes how Baylor transfer Blake Shapen can elevate Mississippi State's offense and cause problems among other teams this season.
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Mississippi State transfer QB Blake Shapen's says his decision to play for Jeff Lebby was an easy choice as Lebby focuses on being connected with his players.
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SEC commissioner Greg Sankey says the conference is focused on its current 16 schools.
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