WATCH: Mississippi State keeps impressive Pick 6 streak alive against UMass

It didn’t take long for the Bulldogs to grab an early lead over the Minutemen.

Mississippi State began the game on defensive after kicking off to UMass, but starting on defense did not slow down the Bulldogs.

MSU’s J.T. Gray intercepted a pass and it returned it all the way for the game’s first touchdown. The Bulldogs are looking strong, and a quick start is always a bonus when looking to avoid a big-time upset.

The SEC Network shared video of Gray’s big play on Twitter. The Bulldogs now lead the SEC this season with four defensive touchdowns:

J.T. Gray to the house. PICK SIX!@HailStateFB now has 4 defensive TDs this season, most in the SEC. pic.twitter.com/HN4MgBxcHV

— SEC Network (@SECNetwork) November 4, 2017

Gray’s touchdown also made it three straight weeks for the Bulldogs with a pick six:

For the third straight week we've returned an INT for a TD, first time 3 games in row since 2007#HailState #TheGranthamEffect pic.twitter.com/9kv62ek4GL

— Mississippi State Football (@HailStateFB) November 4, 2017

Paul Harvey

Paul Harvey lives in Atlanta and covers SEC football.