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Keenan Lewis
When the New Orleans Saints won their first on-the-road playoff game in franchise history against the Philadelphia Eagles, it seemed like one injury was going to take away the victory …
Person of the Day
Mississippi Brilla Returning Players
For Mississippi Brilla, this season--the team's seventh--will mostly be one of change, but four veteran players will be back as well.
JFP Top 25: Final College Football Poll
After Florida State's win over Auburn, the college football season and the BCS both came to a final conclusion. The Seminoles and the Tigers put on a show in the …
Person of the Day
Mississippi State Baseball
One of the best stories of 2013 had to be the Mississippi State University baseball team's magical run to Omaha to play in the College World Series.
Bryan's Rant
Mississippians Advance, Impress in the NFL Playoffs
Just eight teams with a chance to reach this year's Super Bowl remain. All the top ones play this weekend after coming off their bye last week. While the playoffs …
Sports
Changing More Than the Flag
SEC media days had a slightly political feel to them a couple of weeks ago. Both SEC coaches from the state of Mississippi were asked about changing the state flag.
The Slate
The New Orleans Saints won their first road playoff game in franchise history this past Saturday. Their reward is a trip to Seattle to play the Seahawks in one of …
The Slate
A Mississippi team in the NCAA Tournament might be a long shot. Every team would pretty much have to win its conference tournament to go dancing.
The Slate
No one really knows how entertaining the University of Mississippi will be on the football field this fall. But one thing is for sure: The program is becoming a must-watch …
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Jamierra Faulkner
The Chicago Sky selected Southern Miss star Jamierra Faulkner in the WNBA draft with the 10th pick in the third round, the 34th pick overall.
The Slate
May comes to a close this week, and June is ready to bust out a ton of sports events. The Stanley Cup Finals, NBA Finals, World Cup and a shot …
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Donald Driver
Wide receiver Donald Driver is without question one of the greatest athletes in the history of Alcorn State University. Even though he played just three season for the Braves, he …
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Kirk McCarty
Kirk McCarty didn't have to go far to continue playing baseball after a standout career at Oak Grove High School. The former Warrior stayed in Hattiesburg to attend the University …
Bryan's Rant
Optimistic but Cautious
In sports, you see a lot of overreaction the Monday after Sunday's NFL games. Fan bases can swing wildly throughout the season, depending on their favorite team's performance from week …
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Derek Horne
Alcorn State University added stability to its athletic program by giving a three-year extension to athletic director Derek Horne. Since the school hired him in August 2014, Horne has overseen …
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Jairus Byrd
Former Buffalo Bills free safety Jairus Byrd's first stop was New Orleans, and the Saints didn't let him out the door. Byrd signed with New Orleans after five seasons with …
Sports
Mind Over Muscles
Jarrett Becks began studying martial arts when he was 5 years old. He started with Tae-Kwon-do and moved on to other styles throughout the years.
Person of the Day
Patrick Willis
It's more likely that athlete will stay too long in his or her sport than leave gracefully or early. That's why it is always shocking when a player like San …
Bryan's Rant
Olympic Bound
Trell Kimmons, the Jackson Free Press' Person of the Day for July 2, is not the only Mississippian heading to London for track and field competitions. Three others with ties …
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Lafayette Stribling
One of Mississippi's best basketball minds hangs up his whistle this week, after more than 50 years of coaching.
