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Mississippi State football emphasizing a stronger running game for 2025

State knows they've got to be better running the football this season, and they've got the talent to make that happen.

Nov 2, 2024; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Davon Booth (21) runs the ball against the Massachusetts Minutemen during the third quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images | Matt Bush-Imagn Images

Jeff Lebby's offense is often associated with a wide open passing game. Matt Corral and Dillon Gabriel put up lofty numbers through the air playing for Lebby, and last season, Blake Shapen was on pace to have a strong year statistically throwing the ball prior to injury.