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Can Ole Miss Rebels' Late Surge Overturn LSU Tigers' Lead?

In a closely contested match at Tiger Stadium, the Ole Miss Rebels faced off against the LSU Tigers in a game that ended with the Rebels scoring 26 points to the Tigers' 29. The Rebels now stand at a 5-2 record for the season, while the Tigers improved to 5-1. Despite a valiant effort, including scoring in overtime, Ole Miss fell just short of victory.


Oct 3, 2020; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) celebrates after a Mississippi touchdown in the second half against Kentucky at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports

Game Highlights


The game was characterized by intense moments and pivotal plays from both teams. The Ole Miss Rebels showcased their offensive capabilities through an impressive performance by quarterback Jaxson Dart who threw for 284 yards with a completion rate of 57 percent and managed to score one touchdown. However, Dart also suffered six sacks and one interception which contributed to some missed opportunities for the team.


On the ground, Ulysses Bentley IV stood out with his explosive runs totaling 107 yards on just eleven attempts, including a remarkable longest run of 50 yards that resulted in a touchdown. This performance highlighted his significant contribution to the team's rushing game which amassed a total of 180 yards.


The receiving corps was led by Cayden Lee who caught nine passes for an impressive total of 132 yards. His efforts were complemented by Tre Harris who not only contributed with seven receptions and 102 receiving yards but also scored one touchdown.


Defensive Standouts


On defense, Trey Amos made notable contributions including an interception and defending one pass which were crucial in limiting LSU's advance at key moments during the game. Despite these efforts, Ole Miss struggled to contain LSU's offense throughout much of the contest.


Special teams played their part as well with Caden Davis successfully converting four out of five field goal attempts; his longest being from an impressive distance of 57 yards contributing significantly to Ole Miss's point tally.


Penalties proved costly for Ole Miss as they accumulated twelve penalties resulting in lost yardage totaling up to110yards; these infractions hindered momentum during critical phases of play.


Looking Ahead


Fans can look forward to seeing whether Ole Miss can bounce back from this setback when they host Oklahoma Sooners at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on October26th2024at1:00PMEDT. The upcoming home game promises another exciting matchup as fans eagerly anticipate their team’s return to action which will be broadcast live from Oxford,Mississippi.

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