Kylin Hill Says He Won't Represent Mississippi Unless State Flag is Changed

Mississippi State running back Kylin Hill claims he won't be playing until the state of Mississippi changes its flag. He is the latest in a growing number of athletes to demand the state gets rid of its flag, which has a Confederate battle flag in it.

This is a big deal. Hill is a darkhorse Heisman trophy candidate after a huge junior year in which he rushed for 1,350 yards on 242 carries (5.6 yards per carry) and 10 touchdowns. He's from Columbus, Mississippi and was a star prep player for Columbus High School. He knows the history of that flag and what it means.

If Hill transferred or sat out, it would be a huge blow to Mike Leach's first season at Mississippi State.