Mississippi College Players of the Week (Week 2)

Offensive Player of the Week

Brennen Thompson, WR – Mississippi State

Week Stats: 6 catches, 133 receiving yards, 2 touchdowns—including a 58-yard game-winner with just 30 seconds remaining in a stunning upset of No. 12 Arizona State.
Why he wins: Thompson’s explosive performance capped a dramatic comeback and sealed one of the most electrifying finishes in Starkville this season. His contributions were not just clutch—they were season-defining.

Defensive Player of the Week

Nic Mitchell, LB – Mississippi State

Week Stats: Team-high 9 tackles, including a critical goal-line stop on 3rd-and-goal that forced Arizona State into a field goal, keeping Mississippi State within striking distance.
Why he wins: Mitchell anchored a resilient defensive effort, rising to the moment at the exact time his team needed him most. His timely, high-impact play was central to the upset win.

Week 2 Game Highlights Around the Magnolia State

Result: Mississippi State 24, No. 12 Arizona State 20
Summary: In one of the most electrifying finishes of the season, Blake Shapen threaded a 58-yard touchdown pass to Brenen Thompson with just 30 seconds remaining, overturning a 17-point first-half deficit. The Bulldogs then capped it with an interception by Hunter Washington. The dramatic win sparked fans to storm the field—earning a $500,000 SEC fine.
Next Up: 9/13 vs. Alcorn State (5p.m.)

Result: Ole Miss 30, Kentucky 23
Summary: Despite falling behind 10–0 early, Ole Miss stormed back behind Kewan Lacy’s 138 rushing yards and a touchdown, combined with Austin Simmons’s resilient passing (235 yards). A momentum-shifting 55-yard pass to Harrison Wallace III helped spark the comeback. The Rebels improved to 2–0 and earned critical attention heading into SEC play.
Next Up: 9/13 vs. Arkansas (6p.m.)

Result: Southern Miss 38, Jackson State 20
Summary: The Golden Eagles showcased all three phases—special teams, offense, and defense. A blocked punt returned for a touchdown set the tone, while QB Braylon Braxton threw three touchdown passes. Southern Miss snapped Jackson State’s 11-game FCS win streak and earned its first win under new head coach Charles Huff.
Next Up: 9/13 vs. Appalachian State (6p.m.)

Result: Jackson State 20, Southern Miss 38
Summary: The Tigers’ FCS dominance was quashed by an efficient Southern Miss team. The blocked punt loomed large, and Jackson State couldn’t establish enough offense to counter the early blow and momentum shift.;
Next Up: 9/13 vs. Tuskegee (2p.m.)

Result: Alabama A&M 41, Alcorn State 31
Summary: Alcorn put up a valiant effort on the road thanks to a strong offensive display—but Cornelious Brown IV’s five-touchdown performance for A&M proved too much to overcome.
Next Up: 9/13 @ Mississippi State (5p.m.)

Mississippi Valley State

Result: Delta State 41, North Greenville 9
Summary: The Statesmen put on an offensive clinic, amassing 487 total yards (261 passing, 226 rushing). QB Kirk connected with ten different receivers, including a 21-yard TD to Marlon Palmer—who also added a 2-yard rushing score to close the rout
Next Up: 9/13 @ UNC-Pembroke (Noon)

Result: Belhaven 50, Millsaps 24
Summary: After a slow start, the Blazers exploded in the second half. Key plays included a 59-yard touchdown from RJ Garrison and multiple scores from Caleb Gallashaw, highlighted by a balanced passing and rushing attack that overwhelmed Millsaps
Next Up: 9/13 @ Trinity University (Noon)

Result: Millsaps 24, Belhaven 50
Summary: Millsaps showed fight early, but couldn’t contain Belhaven’s second-half surge and big-time offensive plays.
Next Up: 9/13 vs. Centenary College (6p.m.)

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