Who is Mississippi State QB vs LSU after Kamario Taylor injury? Billy Puckett is former walk-on
Billy Puckett, a former Jackson Prep player, is expected to start at quarterback for Mississippi State vs LSU with Kamario Taylor out.
Baton Rouge, LA — With star quarterback Kamario Taylor sidelined due to injury, Mississippi State is relying on sophomore Billy Puckett to lead the Bulldogs' offense against LSU. Puckett, a former walk-on from Jackson Prep, will be making his first career start in the game scheduled for October 17. As the No. 19 Bulldogs (4-1, 2-1 SEC) prepare to face the No. 21 Tigers (4-2, 1-2), fans are eager to learn more about the 180-pound, 6-foot-0 quarterback.
Puckett's college background is shrouded in mystery, having been an unranked recruit. Despite his limited statistics so far, with 8-of-14 passing for 89 yards, no touchdowns, and 24 rushing yards, he has quickly risen through Mississippi State's depth chart.
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