Jeff Lebby addresses his Mississippi State job security as losing streak reaches 6 games
Mississippi State football coach Jeff Lebby addressed his job security after the 41-9 loss to Auburn on Nov. 14.
Starkville – Mississippi State football coach Jeff Lebby faced questions on November 14 about his job security as the Bulldogs endured their sixth straight loss, falling 41-9 to Auburn at Davis Wade Stadium. Lebby expressed that he is driven by the desire to alter the outcome and ensure his team plays well enough to secure victories.
As a third-year coach, he emphasized that his primary concern is consistently delivering his best efforts to provide his players with a fighting chance to triumph. The injury to star quarterback Kamario Taylor, who underwent foot surgery in mid-October, significantly impacted the team's performance. Taylor, who has since returned in 2027, is set to receive a contract worth at least $7 million.
The Bulldogs have struggled since Taylor's injury, relying on various quarterbacks and suffering consecutive home defeats to unranked teams. Lebby, who is under contract for two additional seasons, has a record of 11-24 overall and 3-21 in SEC games. His buyout would total approximately $7.65 million if he were dismissed following the regular season.
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