Offensive tackle TJ Lockhart commits to Mississippi State football, Zach Arnett

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State football has secured its second commitment for the 2024 recruiting class. Offensive tackle TJ Lockhart announced Sunday he will play for the Bulldogs.

"Staying home," he wrote on Twitter.

The 6-foot-6, 365-pound Lockhart is a native of Winona, Mississippi, who attends Winona Secondary School. He is an unrated player, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings.

Lockhart fielded offers from Arkansas State and Louisiana while generating interest form Memphis and Ole Miss. He is the first offensive lineman to commit to MSU since coaches Will Friend (offensive line) and Mike Schmidt (tight ends/tackles) were added to Zach Arnett's staff.

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Lockhart's commitment comes four days after MSU opened its 2024 cycle with a splash. Four-star quarterback Josh Flowers was the first addition to the upcoming class. He is a native of Mobile, Alabama, who attends Baker High School and received offers from Alabama, Indiana, Arkansas, Florida, NC State, Texas A&M, Tulane and UAB.

Stefan Krajisnik is the Mississippi State beat writer for the Clarion Ledger. Contact him at skrajisnik@gannett.com or follow him on Twitter @skrajisnik3.

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