Offense shows improvement in latest scrimmage
Ole Miss’ final scrimmage before the season opener Sept. 1 featured an improved offensive attack led by the running of freshmen backs I’Tavius Mathers and Jaylen Walton Saturday at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. First-year coach Hugh Freeze said following the annual Meet the Rebels scrimmage that Mathers, who finished with 100 yards and three touchdowns on 13 carries, and Walton, who had 42 yards on eight carries, had been steady, if not spectacular, during summer camp. (August 20, 2012, Page 1B)
Rebels continue to struggle offensively
Ole Miss’ first day in full pads proved to be another strong day for the defense as the Rebels continued to struggled with turnovers. Whether it was interceptions or miscues on snaps out of the shotgun, first-year coach Hugh Freeze wasn’t too pleased with how his offense performed in team situations following Tuesday’s morning practice. (August 8, 2012, Page 6)
Sawyer, Moore out extended period
Ole Miss head coach Hugh Freeze said during Ole Miss’ media day on Friday that the team would have to be mindful of how physical they were in practice because they just didn’t have enough depth.
His words resonated Monday with the confirmation that sophomore receiver Collins Moore would be out with what could be a season-ending torn labrum, while junior defensive back Charles Sawyer will be out 4-6 weeks with a torn quad. (August 7, 2012, Page 6)
Freeze stays consistent with message
HOOVER, Ala. — Hugh Freeze made an impression in his first trip to the Southeastern Conference’s Media Day on Thursday. Joined by players Donte’ Moncrief, Mike Marry and Charles Sawyer, Freeze fielded questions about his program while outlining details for the future all at the same time. (more…) (July 20, 2012, Page 6A)
Rebs positive despite gloomy prognostications
HOOVER, Ala.—Setbacks and defeats suffered in 2011 and the season before for older members of the Ole Miss Rebels are expected to make a difference in 2012. That’s the way the players are thinking heading into the start of summer drills and after an more positive, upbeat offseason. (more…) (July 20, 2012, Page 6A)
Freeze, Ole Miss players at SEC Media Days
BLOG – HOOVER, Ala. — Hugh Freeze made his first trip to the Southeastern Conference’s Media Day session Thursday morning with players Charles Sawyer, Mike Marry and Donte Moncrief alongside. (more…) (July 19, 2012)
Sawyer, Campbell named to All-SEC Coaches team
Two members of the Ole Miss football team were named to the 2012 Southeastern Conference Preseason Coaches All-SEC Team today. Senior punter Tyler Campbell and junior defensive back Charles Sawyer both earned spots on the third team. This marks the ninth straight year of the SEC Coaches Preseason All-SEC Team. (more…) (July 12, 2012, Page 6)
Rebels still finding their way
With under a week to go until Saturday’s annual Grove Bowl, the Ole Miss football team still has plenty of room to improve. (more…) (April 16, 2012, Page 6)
Rebels get spring drills rolling
As the Ole Miss Rebel football team took the practice field for their first spring practice, Coach Hugh Freeze knew his team wouldn’t be perfect, but requested during the team meeting that they show maximum effort and attitude for all 15 days.
The team showed just that under a blue sky Friday afternoon. (March 26, 2012, Page 7)
Rebels have nightmarish Homecoming
Apparently the Rebels are farther off than Houston Nutt thought.
Last Monday the outgoing coach said he believed the team wasn’t far off from turning the corner. (more…) (November 14, 2011, Page 1B)
