STARKVILLE — Arizona State entered Saturday’s matchup against Mississippi State ready for a bounce-back performance from the home opener after falling to No. 12 in the AP’s poll this week.
Instead, the Sun Devils fell to the Bulldogs in a late-game thriller, 24-20, suffering their first loss of the season.
Sep 6, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs wide receiver Anthony Evans III (3) runs after a catch for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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