Bo knows how to deal with new-found fame

COLUMN: Yes, Bo Wallace was recruited by Texas.

And no, he did not visit Austin, Texas. Nor did he receive an offer from the Longhorns.

That’s about all that needs to be said about his connection to Ole Miss’ opponent this weekend, according to Wallace. (more…) (September 14, 2012, Page 6A)

Gross earning early playing time for Rebs

A quick glance at Ole Miss’ depth chart shows only one true freshman atop his position: Issac Gross.

For the third consecutive week, the 6-foot-1, 254-pound Gross is penciled in as the Rebels’ starter at nose tackle ahead of senior Gilbert Pena and redshirt freshman Woodrow Hamilton. (more…) (September 14, 2012, Page 7A)

Bjork, Freeze chime in on Elston suspension

Ole Miss freshman rover Trae Elston walked by reporters after Tuesday’s practice, unavailable to comment about his one-game suspension levied by the Southeastern Conference for a “flagrant and dangerous” hit he made on UTEP wideout Jordan Leslie last Saturday at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.

In Elston’s place to discuss the suspension, which was announced by the SEC on Tuesday morning, was head coach Hugh Freeze and athletics director Ross Bjork.

Bjork was the first to address the media, while Freeze gave more details on the suspension, including his thoughts when he was first told on Monday night. (September 12, 2012, Page 6)

New-look Rebels turn sights to Longhorns

The Ole Miss Rebels are currently in some rather unfamiliar territory.

For starters, the Rebels are 2-0 for the first time since the 2009 season and received votes in a national poll (USA Today/ESPN Coaches Poll) for the first time since the 2010 preseason. (more…) (September 11, 2012, Page 8)

Freeze, Wallace discuss the Rebels’ win, No. 14 Texas and more

VIDEO BLOG: Ole Miss first-year coach Hugh Freeze met with the media earlier today for his usual Monday press conference to discuss the weekend that was and the week ahead. (more…) (September 10, 2012)

Rebels strike gold against UTEP

Prior to the season, Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze was asked what his thoughts were on the Rebels playing host to perennial power Texas during Week 3.

Without skipping a beat, Freeze replied “Are we 2-0?”

As it turns out, the Rebels are.

Saturday, Ole Miss overcame a third-quarter lull to remain undefeated with a 28-10 victory over UTEP. (September 10, 2012, Page 1B)

Freeze happy Greer finds way onto scoresheet

Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze lit up during his post game press conference when asked about H.R. Greer’s touchdown catch.

The 3-yard pass and catch from quarterback Bo Wallace marked just his second career touchdown and capped Ole Miss’ scoring for the night with 11:18 remaining in the game.

After coming out of the backfield, Greer caught Wallace’s pass and was able to beat UTEP’s defenders and dive over the front right pylon of the end zone for the touchdown. (September 10, 2012, Page 1B)

Rebels strike gold against Miners

BLOG: Ole Miss will look to earn its first winning streak since the 2010 season today when it hosts UTEP at 6 p.m.

The game will be broadcast on FSN and can be heard as always on the Ole Miss Radio Network. (more…) (September 8, 2012)

If Rebels can win more than the half, they’ll win Saturday

COLUMN: It had been a parade of symbolic wins for Hugh Freeze, at least up until last Saturday. Winning back enthusiasm for the Ole Miss program by sharing his own genuine love of the university when he was first hired. Winning the war of academic attrition after he inherited a huge amount of eligibility issues. Winning the future by installing an aggressive and downright fun offense for fans. (more…) (September 6, 2012, Page 9)

Freeze: Rebs have hands full with UTEP

When Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze turned on UTEP’s game film from their 24-7 loss to No. 4 Oklahoma, he didn’t necessarily like what he saw from the Rebels’ next opponent. (September 4, 2012, Page 8)