Four days. That’s all that stands between the Rebels and a Saturday night in Austin, where 5-1 Ole Miss — No. 7 in the AP poll — tries to turn Texas week into a signature road win. The Missouri statement is in the rearview, and the schedule only gets heavier from here: Texas, then Auburn and Georgia at home. Here’s everything you need this morning. Hotty Toddy.
On the Latest Locked On Ole Miss
On Monday’s Flagship, the message was simple: this defense changes everything. Ole Miss held Missouri to 39 rushing yards — a season low — and has now surrendered just 20 points total across its last two SEC games. “If this Ole Miss defense plays like that every single week, this Rebels team is not going to lose another game,” Steven said. Add two 100-yard backs in Kewan Lacy (122) and Makhi Frazier (101) — the first such pair since 2022 — plus a 28-point win on a Chambliss off day, and the takeaway is a team still climbing toward its peak at exactly the right time. Watch the full episode here.
🏈 Football
Colin Simmons’ status clouds Texas as Ole Miss opens a road underdog
Tue., Oct. 20 · last 24 hours.
On3 reports Texas star edge rusher Colin Simmons is dealing with an ankle issue and could be limited Saturday — a potential break for an Ole Miss offense rolling behind Trinidad Chambliss and Kewan Lacy. Even so, Vegas still has the 4-2 Longhorns favored by 3.5 at home in a game that kicks at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC. (On3)
Early look: Chambliss leads a ‘true CFP contender’ into Austin
Tue., Oct. 20 · last 24 hours.
A Texas-side preview frames Saturday as a possible season-turner for the Longhorns — and a measuring stick for Ole Miss. The piece spotlights Chambliss, running back Kewan Lacy and receiver Deuce Alexander, noting a Rebel defense that has allowed just 20 points in each of its last two games after a shaky September. (Yahoo Sports)
Ole Miss must avoid falling into Texas’ desperation trap
Mon., Oct. 19 · last 24 hours.
No. 7 Ole Miss can’t afford to read Texas’ two straight losses as a soft spot, SI warns — a reeling but talented Longhorns team fighting for its playoff life is exactly the kind that pops a favorite. The good news: Kewan Lacy is expected to play after the Rebels throttled Missouri 31-3. (Sports Illustrated)
Everything Steve Sarkisian said about Ole Miss on Monday
Mon., Oct. 19 · last 24 hours.
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian piled praise on the Rebels, calling them physical and complete in all three phases and singling out Chambliss, Kewan Lacy and a big, disruptive defense. He pointed to Ole Miss’ three top-25 wins and called Pete Golding, whom he counts as a friend, a strong fit in Oxford. (HottyToddy)
Everything Pete Golding said Monday ahead of No. 19 Texas
Mon., Oct. 19 · last 24 hours.
Golding previewed the trip to Austin, crediting Sarkisian’s staff and quarterback Arch Manning while pointing to his defense’s two-game surge and improved depth. He also addressed a shuffle in the kicking game and the challenge of stacking consistent performances deep into the SEC slate. (HottyToddy)
SEC Power Rankings: Ole Miss jumps to No. 1 after Week 7
Mon., Oct. 19 · last 24 hours.
Saturday Down South moved Ole Miss all the way to the top of its SEC rankings — up from sixth — after the 31-3 dismantling of Missouri. The writeup calls Chambliss one of the nation’s best players and says a road win in Austin would only tighten the Rebels’ grip on the league. (Saturday Down South)
Ole Miss enters the race for a coveted linebacker target
Mon., Oct. 19 · last 24 hours.
Pete Golding and his staff have jumped into the mix for a sought-after linebacker, On3 reports, continuing an aggressive fall on the recruiting trail. The pursuit underscores how the Rebels are working to build defensive depth behind their recent SEC surge. (On3)
AP Top 25: Ole Miss climbs to No. 7 after a historic day of upsets
Sun., Oct. 18 · last 48 hours.
Ole Miss rose two spots to No. 7 in the new AP poll after its Homecoming rout of No. 13 Missouri, on a Saturday that saw five of the top seven teams fall. At 5-1 (3-1 SEC), the Rebels own a nation-leading three wins over ranked opponents heading to Texas. (The Rebel Walk)
🏀 Men’s Basketball
Ole Miss falls in Alabama exhibition, but the comeback was telling
Thu., Oct. 16.
Chris Beard’s Rebels dropped a 92-84 preseason tune-up to Alabama but flashed the toughness he’s after, forcing 12 turnovers and clawing an 18-point second-half hole down to three. The late fight and ball-hawking defense were the takeaways as the season opener nears. (HottyToddy)
⚾ Baseball
Ole Miss baseball unveils its 2027 schedule
Wed., Oct. 14.
The Rebels released their 2027 slate, opening Feb. 19 against Maryland. The schedule includes an early-March tournament in Texas, SEC play beginning March 19 against Arkansas and a regular-season finale at Texas A&M in late May. (Ole Miss Athletics)
🏐 Women’s Sports
From open practice to Avengers Night: women’s hoops rolls out its season plans
Tue., Oct. 20 · last 24 hours.
Ole Miss women’s basketball unveiled its 2026-27 promotional calendar, single-game ticket dates and a free open practice. The slate runs from an Oct. 28 exhibition against Lane College through marquee January home dates with Alabama and Missouri. (HottyToddy)
Volleyball drops a four-setter to South Carolina
Sun., Oct. 18 · last 48 hours.
Ole Miss fell 3-1 at home to South Carolina despite a career-high 15 kills from Jaidyn Hartsfield. The Rebels slipped to 8-10 overall and 2-5 in SEC play, with Auburn up next on the schedule. (Ole Miss Athletics)
🏃 Other Sports
Cross country heads to Pre-Nationals in Terre Haute
Thu., Oct. 15.
Ole Miss’ women’s team closed its regular season at the Pre-National Invitational in Terre Haute, Ind., running the 6K Blue Race. The Rebels next turn their attention to the SEC Championships on Oct. 30. (Ole Miss Athletics)
📰 Ole Miss News
‘Intended for Good’ returns to Ole Miss for Homecoming
Wed., Oct. 14.
Former Ole Miss student-athletes and wellness professionals gathered during Homecoming for a free community event at the SJB Pavilion, featuring a resource fair and panel. It marked the launch of Rebel Hope Alliance, a program supporting former athletes and their families. (HottyToddy)
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