Mississippi State’s October has been rough, but three Bulldogs have played well enough to catch the eye of national voters anyway. Cornerback Kelley Jones made On3’s midseason All-America first team , while cornerback Jett Jefferson and wide receiver Anthony Evans III both landed on the Associated Press midseason second team.

For a fan base searching for good news, seeing two corners and a top receiver honored at the halfway point is a reminder that the foundation in Starkville is stronger than the recent results look.

Oct 3, 2026; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end Kaleb Edwards (81) runs after a catch as Mississippi State Bulldogs cornerback Kelley Jones (1) attempts to make the tackle during the third quarter at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Kelley Jones is the corner nobody wants to test

Jones has turned into one of the toughest cornerbacks in the country to throw against.…