No. 18 Ole Miss football defeated Oklahoma 26-14 in their first-ever Southeastern Conference meeting. The Rebels trailed 14-10 at halftime but dominated the second half, allowing no points and just 94 total yards. They recorded 10 sacks, including seven in the second half, to secure the win in front of a record crowd of 67,926.
Quarterback Jaxson Dart led the offense with 311 passing yards and a touchdown, while Henry Parrish Jr. added a rushing touchdown. The Rebel offensive line contained Oklahoma’s pass rush, limiting them to just one sack. On defense, Suntarine Perkins had an outstanding performance with 11 tackles, five tackles for loss, and four sacks, leading the dominating pass rush that totaled 10 sacks and 15 tackles for loss.
Ole Miss started strong with a touchdown on their opening drive but faced challenges in the first half. However, they made key plays in the second half to secure the victory. The defense shut down Oklahoma’s offense, holding them to just 94 yards and no points in the final two quarters. Dart orchestrated crucial drives, connecting with his receivers to extend the lead and seal the win.
With the victory, head coach Lane Kiffin became the fastest coach in Ole Miss history to reach 40 wins. The team’s performance in this historic SEC matchup showcased their resilience and determination. The Rebels will now face Arkansas on the road in their next SEC matchup, aiming to continue their success in the conference.
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