Emanuel Tucker, a four-star offensive tackle from New Albany, committed to the Bulldogs on Tuesday. He announced the decision on X, formerly known as Twitter.

“Hail State,” he wrote, tagging coach Jeff Lebby’s X account with a commitment graphic.

Tucker picked MSU over offers from Auburn, Florida, LSU, Miami, Ole Miss, Tennessee, Texas A&M and more. Phil Loadholt was hired as the new MSU offensive line coach after the 2024 season.

“I know a lot of people were thinking that I was going to Miami, but me and my family sat down and said staying at home is what is best for me,” Tucker told 247Sports. “With that being said, I really appreciate the way that Mississippi State has been recruiting me ever since Coach (Jeff) Lebby showed up. When Coach Loadholt arrived, he immediately started showing me a lot of love. I really feel like he is going to be a coach who helps me develop and be able to make it on the next level.”

Emanuel Tucker’s 247 rating

Tucker is a four star, according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He’s measured at 6-foot-5, 290 pounds and is listed as the No. 12 player in Mississippi, the No. 28 offensive tackle and No. 320 nationally.