The Mississippi State Bulldogs were a playoff contender for most of last season, but after going 9-0 to start the season they lost two of their final three games. They beat Southern Miss 49-0 in Week 1, and I think we'll see a similar score here in the 2015 opener.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Eagles Beefed Up Front 7 - Southern Miss has added plenty of talent by way of transfers. Linebacker Anthony Swain (Auburn), defensive lineman Quincy Russell (Texas/Oklahoma), defensive lineman Andrew Bolton (Kansas), and JUCO lineman Ricky Parks will bolster their defense.

2. D'Runnya Wilson - The Bulldogs top wide receiver had some legal trouble in the off-season, so it would be no surprise if he was suspended for the season opener.

3. X-Factor - The Under is 5-1 in Bulldogs last 6 games on turf, and they've surrendered a total of just 26 points in their last three home games.

Selection: This is a play on SOMISS@MISST to go UNDER the total (10*)