Video: Murphy, Johnson, Smith Named Mississippi’s Mr. Football

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) — Three talented gridiron stars from the WCBI viewing area are being honored as Mr. Football in 2017.

The Mississippi Association of Coaches and the MHSAA announced the choices, with West Point’s Marcus Murphy, Tupelo’s Jett Johnson, and Pontotoc’s Cole Smith being selected.

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Linebacker Jett Johnson – Tupelo (Mississippi State commit)

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ATH Marcus Murphy – West Point (Mississippi State commit)

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Offensive Lineman Cole Smith – Pontotoc (LSU commit)

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Quarterback Kenny Gainwell – Yazoo City (Memphis commit)

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Running back Don Ragsdale – Pisgah (second time winning award)

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Running back Marquez Pam – Simmons