Jackson State University Football Coach Rick Comegy gathers his thoughts before the start of the season opener against Paul Quinn College.

Jackson State running back Erik Haw runs for a first down as Miss. Valley defender John Price attempts to bring him down. (Charles A. Smith/Special to the Herald)

Jackson State running back David Kennebrew, right, darts past the outstretched arms of Paul Quinn defender Damien Gary for an easy touchdown during the first half of the game, Saturday, September 2, 2006 in Jackson, Miss. Jackson State defeated Paul Quinn 44-20. (AP Photo/Charles Smith)

Jackson State receiver Jaymar Johnson hauls in a long pass over Paul Quinn unidentified defender during the first half, Saturday, September 2, 2006 in Jackson, Miss. Jackson State defeated Paul Quinn 44-20. (AP Photo/Charles Smith)

Jackson State receiver Kethonne Mclaurin (10) is pulled down from behind by MVSU defenders Jean-Pierre Marshall, left, and Tyler Knight, right. (Charles A. Smith/Special to the Herald)

DANCING IN OCTOBER. State Rivals' MVSU v. Alcorn State battle for a year's worth of bragging rights.

Brandon midfielder Perryn Tyler dribbles past a NWR defender. (Charles A. Smith/Special to the Ledger)

Pearl forward Aaron Thornton, left, driblbles past Florence defender Orie Shorter. (Charles A. Smith/Special to the Ledger)

Saltillo middle distance runner Kayla Hauss fights to keep pace with the field. (Charles A. Smith/Special to the Journal)

Ole Miss pitcher Eric Fowler throws a strike in the fist inning. (Charles A. Smith/Special to the Journal)

Miss State running back Jerious Norwood (12) runs past Georgia defenders in the first half, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2005 in Starkville, Miss. UGA lead MSU 14-3 at the half. (AP Photo/Charles Smith)