Thriving in the NIL Era, Ole Miss Turns Into an Unlikely College Football Powerhouse

Unbalanced college sports system is in need of ethical equilibrium

Former Ole Miss (University of Mississippi) head coach Lane Kiffin proudly demonstrated his reputation as a transient when he abandoned  the young men he recruited to play for him for more riches and resources that Louisiana State University (LSU) afforded. Kiffin split on November 30, 2025, two days after Ole Miss, now 13-1, played their last regular season game and before their current college football playoff (CFP) run, in which they have rea…

Ghosts of Rebs past: NIL era has transformed Ole Miss into contender

Keith Carter had a premium vantage point at the Sugar Bowl for arguably the biggest moment in Mississippi's college football history, standing directly behind the goalposts as Lucas Carneiro's 47-yard field goal split the uprights.

Thriving in the NIL era, Ole Miss turns into an unlikely college football powerhouse

Mississippi's football program is thriving in the NCAA's pay-for-play era. The sixth-seeded Rebels will face No. 10 Miami in the Fiesta Bowl for a spot in the national championship game. It's the biggest game for Ole Miss in at least…

Continuity amid chaos: How Ole Miss thrived after Lane Kiffin's exit, staff turmoil to reach CFP semifinals

Ole Miss lost its head coach and splintered the staff while winning two playoff games. Now the Rebels are one win from the national title game.

Golding: No message in post-Kiffin Ole Miss wins

Coach Pete Golding says Ole Miss' two CFP wins after Lane Kiffin left were not about sending a message, saying Wednesday that he didn't think the players "give a damn who runs them out of the tunnel."

How Ole Miss Thrived After Lane Kiffin's Exit: A Stronger Roster and Leadership

Ole Miss has emerged stronger amidst the upheaval caused by Lane Kiffin’s exit to LSU, retaining key players and enhancing its roster. Despite concerns over potential player losses and coaching changes, head coach Pete Golding has united the program and kept the momentum alive, contributing to a remarkable playoff run. The Rebels successfully signed back crucial talents like quarterback Trinidad Chambliss and standout kicker Lucas Carneiro, coun…