In their second year under head coach Steve Campbell, the team compiled a 14–1 record (8–1 against conference opponents) and tied with Valdosta State for the GSC championship.
[1][2] The Statesmen advanced to the NCAA Division II playoffs and defeated Bloomsburg in the championship game.
[3] Quarterback Josh Bright became the first college quarterback in Mississippi to both rush and pass for over 1,000 yards in a single season and received the Conerly Trophy as the best college football player in Mississippi.
[4] The team's other statistical leaders included tailback Rico McDonald and wide receiver Jason Franklin.
The team played its home games at McCool Stadium in Cleveland, Mississippi.