2027 WR Javarious Griffin Commits to Mississippi State

Griffin cites strong relationship with coaching staff and fit in Bulldogs' offense as key factors in his early pledge.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 4:04pm

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2027 wide receiver Javarious Griffin has committed to play for Mississippi State, citing the genuine interest the coaching staff has shown him and his belief that he is a strong fit for the Bulldogs' offensive system under coordinator Jeff Lebby. Griffin, a standout at Cleveland Central High School, has been a top target for Mississippi State for some time and has made multiple visits to the Starkville campus.

Why it matters

Mississippi State has made a concerted effort to recruit top in-state talent, especially from the Delta region, and Griffin's commitment continues that trend. The Bulldogs' offense under Lebby has proven to be receiver-friendly, rewarding players with speed and separation ability, which aligns well with Griffin's skillset.

The details

Griffin, a 6-foot, 175-pound receiver, has been in regular contact with the Mississippi State coaching staff and made several unofficial visits to campus. He cited the staff's genuine interest and his belief that he is a strong fit for Lebby's offense as key factors in his decision to commit early. Griffin is known for his speed and quickness, having run a laser-timed 4.50 40-yard dash at the Under Armour Combine as an underclassman.

  • Griffin announced his commitment on March 21, 2026.

The players

Javarious Griffin

A 2027 wide receiver prospect from Cleveland Central High School in Mississippi.

Jeff Lebby

The offensive coordinator at Mississippi State, known for developing productive wide receiver groups in his offensive system.

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What they’re saying

“Man, everything felt very genuine with Mississippi State since they first started recruiting me. They are a program who I have been staying in touch with a lot. I had been made up my mind to commit, but I wanted to be all the way sure. After they kept staying in touch and letting me know that they really wanted me, I knew that this is where I wanted to be.”

— Javarious Griffin

What’s next

Griffin plans to enroll at Mississippi State and begin working with the coaching staff to develop his skills and prepare for his college career.

The takeaway

Mississippi State's early commitment from in-state standout Javarious Griffin demonstrates the program's continued focus on recruiting top local talent, especially at the wide receiver position, to fit their offensive system under coordinator Jeff Lebby.