STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The 122nd Egg Bowl brought more than football drama this year — it also sparked a conversation about basic security after an Ole Miss player’s jersey was stolen before kickoff.

Starkville used the situation as part of its nightly social media campaign that aims to reduce property crime.

The Egg Bowl rivalry is intense every year, but this season’s matchup came with off-field controversy after Ole Miss player, Trindad Chambliss’ jersey was allegedly stolen before the game.

Former Rebels Head Coach Lane Kiffin and others have claimed Mississippi State fans may have broken into the locker room.

Starkville Police later suggested on social media that an unlocked door may have played a role — something they say is a much more common problem.

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