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Ole Miss basketball coach Andy Kennedy opens up about not receiving contract extension: ‘Contracts have never been my motivating factor’

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — It would be easy for Andy Kennedy to be bitter, but he’s not. At least not publicly. Kennedy is entering his 12th ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Wednesday, October 18, 2017 1:39 pm

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Ole Miss men’s basketball predicted to finish 10th in SEC preseason poll

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Ole Miss’ men’s basketball didn’t get much love from media members Wednesday. The Rebels were picked to finish 10th in the Southeastern ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Wednesday, October 18, 2017 9:53 am

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Ole Miss zeroing in on Derrius Guice, ‘cornerstone’ of LSU’s offense

LSU’s offense under first-year coordinator Matt Canada features some new wrinkles, but one thing remains constant for the Tigers: a big-bodied running back that makes ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Wednesday, October 18, 2017 6:00 am

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Interim coach Matt Luke doesn’t want win to mask Ole Miss’ issues

The win was desperately needed, but interim coach Matt Luke knows it’s not a cure-all for Ole Miss. The Rebels snapped a three-game losing streak ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Tuesday, October 17, 2017 6:00 am

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Ole Miss apologizes to Houston Nutt as sides settle lawsuit

The legal saga between Houston Nutt and Ole Miss is over. The Rebels’ former football coach and the school have reached an agreement “that would ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Monday, October 16, 2017 4:36 pm

Blogs

Ed Orgeron: I wished I was at LSU ‘the whole time’ I was at Ole Miss

Ole Miss-LSU week is officially here, and it didn’t take Ed Orgeron long to take a shot at his former employer. LSU’s first-year coach is in ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Monday, October 16, 2017 2:55 pm

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Ole Miss interim coach Matt Luke reviews Vanderbilt win, looks ahead to LSU

Ole Miss interim coach Matt Luke held his weekly press conference Monday ahead of the Rebels’ game against LSU on Saturday (6:15 p.m., ESPN). Watch ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Monday, October 16, 2017 1:47 pm

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Oxford’s Sam Kendricks up for Team USA Male Olympic Athlete of the Year

Sam Kendricks is up for another prestigious award. The Oxford native has been nominated for Team USA Male Olympic Athlete of the Year. The nomination ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Monday, October 16, 2017 1:42 pm

Blogs

Ole Miss-Arkansas set for 11 a.m. kickoff Oct. 28

Ole Miss is moving back to the morning slot Oct. 28. The Rebels’ game against Arkansas will kick off at 11 a.m. from Vaught-Hemingway Stadium and ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Monday, October 16, 2017 12:12 pm

Blogs

Ole Miss’ Shea Patterson, Marquis Haynes earn SEC weekly honors

A pair of Ole Miss players have been recognized for their play over the weekend. Quarterback Shea Patterson was named Southeastern Conference co-Offensive Player of ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Monday, October 16, 2017 11:52 am

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Jordan Wilkins ‘heating up,’ breathing life into Ole Miss’ running game

Ole Miss’ running game has shown signs of life recently thanks in large part to its senior running back. But Jordan Wilkins isn’t about to ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Monday, October 16, 2017 6:00 am

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Ole Miss puts it all together to answer call in convincing win

I used this space last week to write about Ole Miss’ mettle would be tested. How could it not be? A three-game losing streak against ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Saturday, October 14, 2017 9:03 pm

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Ole Miss’ defense turns up pressure in win over Vanderbilt

Teams haven’t felt much of a rush from Ole Miss’ defense this season. That changed Saturday. The Rebels began the day 126th nationally with just ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Saturday, October 14, 2017 8:10 pm

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Ole Miss’ DK Metcalf makes ridiculous catch against Vanderbilt player’s helmet

Oxford native DK Metcalf may have the catch of the day in college football. During a drive in the second quarter against Vanderbilt on Saturday, ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Saturday, October 14, 2017 4:59 pm

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Ralph Webb, Vanderbilt’s all-time leading rusher, next test for Ole Miss’ defense

Ole Miss won’t be facing any typical running back this week. The Rebels will entertain Vanderbilt on Saturday at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium (2:30 p.m., SEC Network), ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Friday, October 13, 2017 6:00 am

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Ole Miss quarterback Shea Patterson gets first second crack at Vanderbilt

Shea Patterson is about to do something in his young career he’s never done before. Ole Miss’ quarterback will get his ninth career start this ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Thursday, October 12, 2017 12:58 pm

Blogs

Ole Miss interim coach Matt Luke talks heat in preparation for Vanderbilt, injuries

Ole Miss interim coach Matt Luke met with the media following the Rebels’ practice Wednesday in advance of Saturday’s game against Vanderbilt (2:30 p.m., SEC ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Wednesday, October 11, 2017 8:26 pm

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Houston Nutt’s lawsuit against Ole Miss refiled in state court

The legal spat between Houston Nutt and Ole Miss is back on. The former Ole Miss football coach’s lawsuit against the school, its athletics foundation and ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Wednesday, October 11, 2017 1:39 pm

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Ole Miss’ A.J. Brown added to Biletnikoff Award watch list

A.J. Brown’s performance this season has him in contention for one of college football’s top awards. Ole Miss’ sophomore receiver was one of nine players added ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Wednesday, October 11, 2017 9:53 am

Blogs

Ole Miss QB Shea Patterson talks leadership role amid losing streak, Vanderbilt’s defense

Ole Miss quarterback Shea Patterson met with reporters following the Rebels’ practice Tuesday in preparation for Saturday’s game against Vanderbilt (2:30 p.m., SEC Network). Watch ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 7:58 pm

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Former Ole Miss lineman Terrence Metcalf part of 2017 SEC Legends class

Former Ole Miss offensive lineman Terrence Metcalf has been chosen as a member of this year’s Southeastern Conference Football Legends class. The league announced this ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 3:21 pm

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Ole Miss 7-footer Dominik Olejniczak ‘just going to be myself’ as Sebastian Saiz’s successor

Dominik Olejniczak knows all about Sebastian Saiz. Ole Miss’ now-eligible big man began hearing about Saiz when Olejniczak transferred from Drake more than a year ... Read more

by Davis Potter, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 2:39 pm

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