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MS SC524

MS SC524
Remembering Willie Totten and Jerry Rice who were nicknamed the Mississippi Valley State "Satellite Express."


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Introduced
01/29/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
02/04/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

A Concurrent Resolution Commemorating And Remembering The Legacy And Cultural Impact Of Willie "the Satellite" Totten And Jerry "world" Rice Who Played For The Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils From 1981-1985 And Were Nicknamed The "satellite Express."

AI Summary

This concurrent resolution commemorates and remembers the legacy and cultural impact of Willie "The Satellite" Totten and Jerry "World" Rice, who played for the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils football team from 1981 to 1985 and were known as the "Satellite Express." This nickname referred to their innovative, pass-heavy offensive system, characterized by a no-huddle, run-and-shoot style that revolutionized small-college football and set numerous passing records in Division 1-AA. Totten, nicknamed "The Satellite" for his long-range passes, and Rice, nicknamed "World" for his exceptional catching ability, formed a dynamic duo that propelled Jerry Rice, now widely considered the greatest wide receiver in NFL history, onto the national stage and influenced modern offensive strategies. The resolution highlights their remarkable achievements at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU), a historically Black college and university (HBCU), including their record-breaking 1984 season, and acknowledges their lasting influence on both college and professional football, with MVSU even renaming their stadium in their honor.

Sponsors (11)

Last Action

Referred To Rules (on 02/06/2026)

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