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Rebels Rally Past Wildcats with Ground Game Dominance

Ole Miss Rebels improved their record to 2-0 after a hard-fought victory over the Kentucky Wildcats, who now stand at 1-1. The game concluded with a score of 30-23 in favor of the Rebels.


Sep 18, 2021; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; The Mississippi Rebels celebrate on the sideline during the game against Tulane Green Wave  at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports

First Quarter


The first quarter saw the Wildcats take an early lead, scoring 7 points while keeping the Rebels scoreless. Kentucky's defense was formidable, preventing Ole Miss from making any significant advances on offense.


Second Quarter


The second quarter marked a turning point for the Landsharks as they surged ahead by scoring 17 points. Kewan Lacy was instrumental in this period, rushing for a total of 138 yards and securing one touchdown. His longest run spanned an impressive 33 yards, showcasing his agility and speed against Kentucky's defense.


Third Quarter


In the third quarter, both teams exchanged blows with Ole Miss adding another 10 points to their tally while Kentucky managed to put up another touchdown. Austin Simmons contributed significantly during this period by passing for a total of 235 yards throughout the game despite two interceptions earlier on.


Fourth Quarter


The final quarter saw both teams adding just three more points each to their scores. The Rebels' defensive line held strong under pressure from Big Blue's offense. Zxavian Harris and Princewill Umanmielen were key figures in maintaining this defensive stance; Harris recorded one sack while Umanmielen added another along with two tackles for loss.


Overall, Ole Miss demonstrated remarkable efficiency in red zone situations with five successful attempts out of five opportunities—a crucial factor that contributed to their win over Kentucky at Kroger Field.


As fans reflect on these exciting moments from the "Ole Miss Rebels vs Kentucky Wildcats match summary," attention now turns towards next week's clash against Arkansas Razorbacks scheduled for September 13th at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford at 1:00 PM EDT—broadcasted live via ESPN Networks! Don't miss out; share your thoughts about these "Ole Miss Rebels vs Kentucky Wildcats highlights" and stay tuned for more action-packed games!

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