Ole Miss Eyes Gus Malzahn's Ex-Staffer to Aid Pete Golding's Defense

Ole Miss Football Eyeing Splash Hire From Kansas State to Join Pete Golding's Staff

Golding and Co. are looking to put the final touches on the 2026 coaching staff, targeting fast-rising defensive assistant.

Ole Miss Eyes Gus Malzahn's Ex-Staffer to Aid Pete Golding's Defense

Pete Golding’s Ole Miss defense is looking to add a proven developer of NFL talent, and the target is a familiar face to the program. The reported coach in question has deep roots in both the SEC and Oxford itself, who could play a vital role for the Rebels in the upcoming season. “Ole Miss is targeting Kansas State co-defensive coordinator and defensive backs coach Marcus Woodson for a role on its defensive staff, sources tell @CBSSports,” repo…

CFB World Reacts as Pete Golding Targets Kansas State Coach to Fix Ole Miss Defense

Pete Golding (Image Credits: Imagn) Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding could be making an early move to reshape the Rebels’ defensive staff following the program’s recent coaching transition. According to CBS Sports reporter Matt Zenitz, Ole Miss is targeting Kansas State co-defensive coordinator and defensive backs coach Marcus Woodson for a role on its defensive staff. The report notes that Woodson has built an impressive resume across several m…