No. 12 Ole Miss Rebels will host the Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday in the Ole Miss Georgia game after a 45-15 win over Auburn.
DawgNation reported that Georgia is 7-1 overall and 5-1 in the SEC, while Ole Miss is 6-2 overall and 4-2 in conference play. Sports Illustrated reported that the matchup will be played at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.
The Rebels enter the meeting after turning a five-point halftime lead against Auburn into a 30-point victory. Georgia brings a stronger test than the Tigers for an Ole Miss team that has won 16 consecutive home games.
Key Takeaways
- Ole Miss scored 31 second-half points against Auburn after leading 14-9 at halftime.
- DawgNation reported that the Rebels have outscored home opponents 149-51 during their 16-game home winning streak.
- DawgNation reported that Kewan Lacy is dealing with a left shoulder injury and Ellis Robinson IV left Georgia’s win over Florida with a lower-leg injury.
The Ole Miss Georgia Game Brings a Different Challenge
Sports Illustrated reported that Ole Miss scored 14 points in the first half against Auburn before producing 31 after halftime. That scoring surge followed a 34-27 loss to Texas in which the Rebels also faced a difficult start.
Ole Miss received a productive rushing effort against Auburn. Sports Illustrated reported that Shekai Mills-Knight carried 16 times for 71 yards and a touchdown, while Makhi Frazier had 17 carries for 56 yards.
Sports Illustrated’s analysis recommended that Mills-Knight serve as Ole Miss’ primary rusher against Georgia. That recommendation came from the outlet’s analysis and was not identified as an announced personnel decision by the Rebels.
Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss also supplied a recurring rushing threat. Sports Illustrated reported that Chambliss has rushed for a touchdown in all but two games this season.
Georgia Tests Ole Miss on Both Sides of the Ball
DawgNation reported that FanDuel Sportsbook listed Georgia as a 3.5-point favorite for the 7:30 p.m. matchup at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. The Rebels’ home record adds a significant statistical contrast to the betting line.
DawgNation reported that Ole Miss has outscored opponents 149-51 at home while extending its home winning streak to 16 games. Those figures include the Rebels’ 45-15 victory over Auburn.
The teams also have a recent postseason meeting involving Chambliss. DawgNation reported that he completed 30 of 46 passes for 362 yards and two touchdowns in Ole Miss’ 39-34 Sugar Bowl quarterfinal victory over Georgia.
Sports Illustrated reported that Ole Miss allowed 34 points in its loss to Texas. Against Auburn, the Rebels led 14-9 at halftime before pulling away in the second half.
Recent Results and Matchup Numbers
| Category | Ole Miss | Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Overall record | 6-2 | 7-1 |
| SEC record | 4-2 | 5-1 |
DawgNation reported the overall and conference records for both teams. Georgia holds the better mark in each category, while Ole Miss enters with the stronger home scoring profile established by its 149-51 margin.
Al.com reported that Auburn led 17-15 with 6:20 remaining in the third quarter before allowing 28 unanswered points. Sports Illustrated reported that the Tigers finished with 15 points in the 45-15 loss.
The Auburn result gave Ole Miss a second-half scoring margin of 31-6 after the Tigers briefly moved in front. Mills-Knight’s workload and Frazier’s carries provided the rushing totals behind that finish.
Availability Questions Before Kickoff
DawgNation reported that Lacy had no timeline to return after reinjuring his left shoulder during Ole Miss’ loss to Texas. His status is separate from the rushing production Mills-Knight delivered against Auburn.
DawgNation reported that Robinson left Georgia’s victory over Florida with a lower-leg injury. Kirby Smart said the issue did not appear structurally serious.
The Rebels will host Georgia on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, with the Bulldogs traveling to Oxford for the SEC matchup.
