As the college football season approaches, early projections for the 2024 postseason are already sparking excitement. According to Brad Crawford’s list with 247Sports, the Ole Miss Rebels could potentially host a first-round game in the College Football Playoff this season, facing off against the Miami Hurricanes. This matchup would mark one of three projected home games for SEC teams in the expanded playoffs.
While the Rebels are listed as the No. 7 seed in the CFP, the possibility of hosting a playoff game alone is significant for the program. If they were to advance to the second round and face the Georgia Bulldogs, it would be a rematch of a regular-season game where Ole Miss is projected to avenge a previous loss to Georgia. However, overlooking the challenge of beating an elite team twice is noted in the projections.
While early bowl projections can be speculative, they reflect the national pundits’ confidence in Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss program. The potential of hosting a playoff game in Oxford against a prominent opponent like Miami adds to the excitement surrounding the upcoming season. The Rebels will kick off their campaign on Aug. 31 against the FCS Furman Paladins, setting the stage for what could be a historic season for Ole Miss football.
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