re: Are Mississississsippi State's expectations based solely on...

Umm, no. Based on recent history, I'd say that beating OM is pretty much a given. I realize that you fantasize that you have the superior program, but 5 of 7 is actual reality. And what should be painful reality to an OM fan. After all a 3rd string true freshman QB kept us in the egg bowl and then an injured Dak came in and beat your arse with 11:00 left in the 4th quarter.

I'd submit that our expectations are based on our returners on defense and Dak finally being the man. Russell is a true Dog, but was a square peg in a round hole with Mullen's offense.

PS - you're the opposite of intelligent and the synonym of ignorant...