AP Top 25 Poll

#9 Ole Miss Rebels

2024

Overall Record

11-2

Last Game

vs Penn State W 38-25

Conference Record

6-2

Next Game

@Penn State 12/30/2023

FILE - Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze is shown before an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Auburn, Ala. Derrick Nix is headed to Auburn as offensive coordinator, according to his current employer. Auburn has not confirmed the hiring of Nix. Tigers coach Hugh Freeze fired coordinator Philip Montgomery, a former Tulsa head coach, after their first season. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Auburn hires Derrick Nix away from Ole Miss as offensive coordinator

Longtime Mississippi assistant coach Derrick Nix is headed to Auburn as offensive coordinator and running backs coach.

FILE - Mississippi running back Quinshon Judkins (4) runs the ball during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Louisiana Monroe in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. The much-anticipated matchup in Saturday’s Peach Bowl is No. 10 Penn State’s top-ranked defense against No. 11 Mississippi’s up-tempo offense. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning, File)

Mississippi running back Quinshon Judkins announces plans to transfer

Mississippi running back Quinshon Judkins (4) runs into Penn State defensive end Jameial Lyons (19) during the second half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Penn State defense overwhelmed by Ole Miss tempo and ‘too many moving parts’ in Peach Bowl loss

Mississippi running back Quinshon Judkins (4) runs into Penn State defensive end Jameial Lyons (19) during the second half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Dart leads No. 11 Ole Miss to 38-25 Peach Bowl rout of No. 10 Penn State’s proud defense

FILE - Penn State quarterback Drew Allar passes against Michigan during the second half of an NCAA college football game Nov. 11, 2023, in State College, Pa. Mississippi will play for the first 11-win season in school history when the Rebels of the Southeastern Conference, led by quarterback Jaxson Dart, face Penn State, led by Allar, in the Peach Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger, File)

Peach Bowl boasts playoff-caliber matchup between No. 10 Penn State and No. 11 Ole Miss

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FILE - Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Louisiana Monroe in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. The much-anticipated matchup in Saturday’s Peach Bowl is No. 10 Penn State’s top-ranked defense against No. 11 Mississippi’s up-tempo offense. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning, File)

Big Ten’s No. 10 Penn State to have top-ranked defense tested by SEC’s No. 11 Ole Miss in Peach Bowl

No. 10 Penn State and No. 11 Mississippi will play in a matchup of Big Ten and Southeastern Conference teams aiming to establish momentum for a 2024 move into the new 12-team College Football Playoff.

FILE - Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Louisiana Monroe in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. The much-anticipated matchup in Saturday’s Peach Bowl is No. 10 Penn State’s top-ranked defense against No. 11 Mississippi’s up-tempo offense. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning, File)

Penn State’s proud defense braces for Peach Bowl test against up-tempo Ole Miss attack

The marquee matchup in Saturday’s Peach Bowl is No. 10 Penn State’s top-ranked defense against No. 11 Mississippi’s up-tempo offense.

FILE -Mississippi head coach Lane Kiffin watches his players make a play against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022. Mississippi coach Lane Kiffin has agreed to a contract extension. Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics Keith Carter announced the agreement Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023 but didn't disclose any details.(AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis, File)

Penn State’s staff changes have Ole Miss coach Kiffin unsure what to expect in Peach Bowl

Penn State has new offensive and defensive coordinators as the No. 10 Nittany Lions prepare for Saturday’s Peach Bowl against No. 11 Mississippi.

Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) celebrates the team's win over Mississippi State in an NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss., Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023. The winners receive the Golden Egg trophy. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

Penn State to face Ole Miss for first time in another Big Ten-SEC matchup for Peach Bowl

The Peach Bowl will have its second consecutive matchup of Southeastern Conference and Big Ten teams when Mississippi plays Penn State on Dec. 30.

Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton (10) celebrates his touchdown against Michigan State during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

Ole Miss to face Penn State in SEC-Big Ten Peach Bowl matchup of 10-2 teams

No. 11 Mississippi will play No. 10 Penn State in the Dec. 30 Peach Bowl. The Rebels will make their second New Year’s Six bowl appearance in the last three seasons.

Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) dodges Mississippi State defensive tackle Jaden Crumedy (94) and linebacker Jett Johnson (44) on a short gain during the first half of an NCAA college game in Starkville, Miss., Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

No. 12 Mississippi shuts down rival Mississippi State 17-7 to win Battle for the Golden Egg

Quinshon Judkins rushed for 119 yards and a touchdown, and No. 12 Mississippi clamped down on defense to beat rival Mississippi State 17-7 in their annual Battle for the Golden Egg.

Mississippi running back Quinshon Judkins (4) runs the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Louisiana Monroe in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

No. 12 Mississippi seeks revenge vs. rival Mississippi State in Egg Bowl showdown on Thanksgiving

No. 12 Mississippi seeks its second 10-win regular season in three years, both under coach Lane Kiffin.

Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) releases a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Louisiana Monroe in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

No. 12 Mississippi seeks 10th win. Mississippi State aims for bowl eligibility in Egg Bowl showdown

No. 12 Mississippi is nearing 10 wins for the second time in three seasons under Lane Kiffin and looking forward to another bowl game.

Mississippi wide receiver Dayton Wade (19) runs for a 58-yard touchdown reception during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Louisiana Monroe in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Mississippi won 35-3. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

No. 13 Mississippi routs Louisiana-Monroe 35-3 with help of three straight TDs in third quarter

Jaxson Dart threw for three touchdowns on three consecutive third-quarter series as No. 13 Mississippi used a strong second half to defeat Louisiana-Monroe 35-3.

Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) throws as offensive lineman Quincy McGee (67) blocks Georgia defensive lineman Tramel Walthour (90) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

No. 13 Mississippi hosts Louisiana-Monroe in home finale after loss at Georgia

Ole Miss can’t win the SEC West anymore, but the 13th-ranked Rebels are still hoping for a strong finish.

Mississippi wide receiver Dayton Wade (19) makes a one-handed catch as Georgia defensive back Daylen Everette (6) defends during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

No. 13 Mississippi hosts Louisiana-Monroe ahead of quick Egg Bowl turnaround

The Ole Miss Rebels are hoping to write a better ending to this season. The 13th-ranked Rebels are set to host Louisiana-Monroe after a blowout loss to No. 1 Georgia.

Georgia running back Kendall Milton (2) runs for a touchdown against Mississippi during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Bowers returns, No. 1 Georgia routs No. 10 Ole Miss 52-17 to punctuate another SEC East title

Carson Beck threw for 306 yards, Kendall Milton ran for 127 yards and Brock Bowers made a triumphant return for No. 1 Georgia, which punctuated its return to the Southeastern Conference championship game with a 52-17 rout of No. 10 Mississippi on Saturday night.The Bulldogs (10-0, 7-0 SEC, No. 2 Col

Mississippi head coach Lane Kiffin watches his team play against Vanderbilt during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

Ole Miss, Kiffin seek dismissal of lawsuit filed by Rebels football player

Mississippi football coach Lane Kiffin and the school have filed a motion seeking dismissal of a lawsuit filed by a Rebels player alleging racial and sexual discrimination and negligence.

Georgia defensive back Javon Bullard (22) celebrates with Kamari Lassiter (3) and Julian Humphrey (12) after intercepting a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

No. 1 Georgia faces another tough test against high-scoring No. 10 Ole Miss

After breezing through much of the season, No. 1 Georgia is facing a much tougher November. Next up: No. 10 Ole Miss, which is looking to snap the Bulldogs’ 26-game winning streak.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, left, yells to his players on the field during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

No. 1 Georgia hosts No. 10 Ole Miss in a huge SEC matchup

No. 1 Georgia puts a 26-game winning streak on the line when the Bulldogs host No. 10 Ole Miss at Sanford Stadium.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, left, yells to his players on the field during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

No. 1 Georgia hosts No. 10 Mississippi in the marquee highlight of this week’s SEC games

Top-ranked Georgia is set to host No. 10 Mississippi with a chance to clinch the SEC East title. The Bulldogs carry a 26-game winning streak into the Top 10 matchup which highlights the weekend’s Southeastern Conference action.

Mississippi safeties Trey Washington, left, and John Saunders Jr. celebrate after an NCAA college football game against Texas A&M in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Mississippi won 38-35. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

Quinshon Judkins’ late TD lets No. 11 Mississippi rally for 38-35 win over Texas A&M

Quinshon Judkins ran for three touchdowns, including the game-winner from a yard out with 1:40 remaining as No. 11 Mississippi rallied to defeat Texas A&M 38-35.

FILE - Texas A&M linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (45) gets in the face of Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne (1) after stopping him for a short gain on a run during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in College Station, Texas. Cooper has been selected to The Associated Press midseason All-America team, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023.(AP Photo/Sam Craft, File)

No. 11 Mississippi hosts Texas A&M in SEC West battle of stingy defenses

The Ole Miss Rebels are set to host Texas A&M in an SEC West matchup with a pair of playmaking defenses.

FILE - Texas A&M linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (45) gets in the face of Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne (1) after stopping him for a short gain on a run during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in College Station, Texas. Cooper has been selected to The Associated Press midseason All-America team, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023.(AP Photo/Sam Craft, File)

No. 11 Ole Miss, Texas A&M bring their sack-happy defenses into SEC West matchup

Lane Kiffin has offered high praise this week for Texas A&M and the Aggies’ talent level. The 11th-ranked Mississippi coach says Jimbo Fisher’s Aggies have a “mind-blowing” collection of talent.

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Florida, Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

No. 1 Georgia, Alabama, Ole Miss lead group of SEC teams aiming to boost playoff stock in November

November begins with the familiar sight of Southeastern Conference teams in lofty places in the initial College Football Playoff rankings.

Vanderbilt defensive back Jaylen Mahoney (23) knocks a pass away from Mississippi wide receiver Tre Harris (9) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

No. 12 Mississippi dominates first half, coasts to 33-7 win over Vanderbilt

Jaxson Dart threw for one touchdown, ran for another and No. 12 Mississippi scored on five consecutive first-half possessions as the Rebels defeated Vanderbilt 33-7.

Mississippi head coach Lane Kiffin, center, reacts after an interception against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill )

Streaking No. 12 Ole Miss hosts Vanderbilt team seeking first SEC win

The Ole Miss Rebels are playing an SEC team without a league win for the third straight week. This time the 12th-ranked Rebels host Vanderbilt, which has lost its first four SEC games.

Vanderbilt quarterback Ken Seals (8) looks to throw a pass against Georgia in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

No. 12 Ole Miss faces yet another SEC team looking for its first league win. This time it’s Vandy

The Ole Miss Rebels will spend another Saturday trying not to become an opponent’s first Southeastern Conference victim.

Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) carries the ball in for a touchdown against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Jaxson Dart has 246 yards of offense and 3 TDs, No. 13 Mississippi beats Auburn 28-21

Jaxson Dart had 246 yards of offense and three touchdowns to help No. 13 Mississippi beat Auburn 28-21 on Saturday night.

Mississippi running back Quinshon Judkins (4) runs the ball during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

No. 13 Ole Miss visits Auburn team seeking first SEC win

The Ole Miss Rebels are trying to keep their SEC West hopes alive with a visit to struggling Auburn.

Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze walks on the sideline in the first half of an NCAA college football game against LSU in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Kiffin and Freeze history in mix as No. 13 Ole Miss visits Auburn, eager to keep SEC momentum

Hugh Freeze is set to lead Auburn against his former team for the first time. The slumping Tigers host 13th-ranked Ole Miss on Saturday trying to snap a three-game losing streak.

Mississippi running back Ulysses Bentley IV (24) makes a 7-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. \(AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

No. 16 Mississippi scores 10 points in fourth quarter to rally for 27-20 win over Arkansas

Ulysses Bentley IV scored the go-ahead touchdown with 7:49 remaining as No. 16 Mississippi put together two consecutive fourth quarter scoring drives to rally to beat Arkansas 27-20.

Mississippi wide receiver Tre Harris (9) reacts after his winning touchdown catch during the second half of an NCAA college football game against LSU in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

No. 16 Ole Miss hosts Arkansas in series that has produced offensive fireworks lately

The Ole Miss Rebels just won a shootout against one SEC West opponent. Now, the 16th-ranked Rebels are welcoming an Arkansas team that has produced wild games the last few years.

Mississippi fans celebrate on the field after an NCAA college football game against LSU in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

SEC West rivals Ole Miss, Arkansas meet with the promise of more offensive fireworks

Ole Miss and Arkansas have produced some wild games the past few seasons. Now, the SEC West rivals are set for Round 4 between coaches Lane Kiffin and Sam Pittman.

LSU coach Brian Kelly reacts during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Mississippi in Oxford, Miss., Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Thomas Graning)

No. 23 LSU, still smarting from loss to Ole Miss, heads back on the road to face No. 21 Missouri

No. 23 LSU is headed back on the road this week to face No. 21 Missouri in an early test of teams trying to reach the SEC title game.