Ole Miss and Duke will face off for the first time ever in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida on Thursday, January 2nd. Some key storylines to watch include the emotional final game for Rebel upperclassmen, Duke’s new starting quarterback and running back, Ole Miss’ strong pass rush, Duke’s tough defense, and the Red Zone struggles that both teams have faced.
The game will be televised on ESPN at 6:30 p.m. CT, with live streaming available on the ESPN App. Fans can also follow live stats on the game and tune in to the Ole Miss Radio Network for the broadcast. The Rebels will be looking to end their season strong against a challenging opponent in the Blue Devils.
Duke will be without its starting quarterback and running back, presenting an opportunity for the Rebel defense to capitalize on a new offensive lineup. Ole Miss leads the nation in sacks and tackles for loss per game, showcasing a strong pass rush that could cause trouble for Duke’s offense.
On the other side of the ball, Duke’s defense ranks second in the nation in tackles for loss and is effective in keeping opponents out of the end zone in the red zone. Ole Miss will need to find a way to navigate through the tough Duke defense to put points on the board.
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