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Ole Miss Rebels and Mississippi State Bulldogs: Vaught-Hemingway Showdown

As the Ole Miss Rebels gear up to host the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, fans are in for a thrilling encounter. With both teams showing promising performances in their recent games, this matchup is poised to be a highlight of the season.


Nov 23, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs wide receiver Justin Robinson (3) runs after a catch as Mississippi Rebels defensive back Daijahn Anthony (3) makes the tackle during the first half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Recent Performances


The Ole Miss Rebels have been on an impressive run, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. In their last game against the Arkansas Razorbacks, they dominated with a 63-31 victory, accumulating a staggering 694 total yards. The defense was equally imposing, recording eight sacks and forcing two fumbles. This performance is part of a trend for the Rebels, who have shown they can deliver both offensively and defensively.


On the other side, the Mississippi State Bulldogs come into this game with confidence from their past performances but will face a stern test against the Rebels' high-flying offense and stout defense.


Nov 23, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs wide receiver Zavion Thomas (1) catches the ball as Mississippi Rebels defensive back Daijahn Anthony (3) defends during the first half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Key Players to Watch


Quarterback Jaxson Dart has been instrumental in Ole Miss's success, throwing for 515 yards and six touchdowns in just one game against Arkansas. His connection with wide receiver Jordan Watkins has been particularly lethal; Watkins hauled in five touchdowns on 254 receiving yards in that same game. On defense, players like Princely Umanmielen have stepped up significantly; Umanmielen recorded two sacks and recovered a fumble for a touchdown against Arkansas.


What to Expect


Fans should expect an explosive offense from Ole Miss based on recent trends. Their ability to score both through air raids led by Dart and ground attacks makes them unpredictable and challenging to defend against. The defense has also proven capable of stifling opponents' offenses with aggressive pass rushes leading to turnovers which could be crucial in determining the outcome of this game.


Nov 23, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels defensive back Zamari Walton (6) reacts after a missed field goal by the  Mississippi State Bulldogs during the second half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Mississippi State Bulldogs will need to find ways to contain Ole Miss's dynamic offense while exploiting any opportunities presented by Rebel's defense. It promises to be an engaging battle between two well-matched teams looking to assert their dominance.


The scheduled kickoff is on November 29th at 3:30 PM -05:00 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, MS. Fans can catch live action on ABC network as these two teams vie for supremacy.


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