As Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels (2-0, 1-0 SEC) return to the Vaught this week, excitement is building in Oxford. They are set to host the Arkansas Razorbacks in what promises to be an interesting Week 3 matchup.
According to ESPN’s Football Power Index, the odds are in favor of the rebels, who are projected to have a 73.7% chance of victory over Arkansas’s 26.3%.
Historically, this regional rivalry has been fiercely contested since their first meeting back in 1908. Over the course of 71 games, Arkansas leads a series with the record of 38-30-1.
While the Rebels have been impressive thus far, they face a significant challenge from Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green. With an impressive completion rate of 72%, Green has already thrown for 10 touchdowns against just 2 interceptions. Averaging nearly11 yards per carry, he’s backed by an offensive unit that excels in pass protection.
However, let’s keep things in perspective: Arkansas has yet to face an offense that truly tests its mettle. Although Austin Simmons may have had some shaky moments early on, he appears to be finding his rhythm and opening up big plays through the air with the talented group of receivers at his disposal.
Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET and will be broadcast live on ESPN.
Lee Ann joins the Saturday Down South team, bringing over fifteen years of experience covering the SEC as both a sports journalist and football scout. With her keen eye for talent, she has also flexes her skills as the Director of Recruiting for the Rebel Walk( Ole Miss) Herring, is a staff writer at USA Today Sports Wildcats Wire, where she dives into the thrilling world of Kentucky football and basketball. When fall rolls around, you can catch her on air as an analyst for the Wake up 502 College Football Show on Big X Sports Radio 96.1 FM—because who doesn't love a good game day chat? A proud Brown University alum, Lee Ann balances her time between the sidelines and press box with her passion for coaching her boys' youth lacrosse and savoring a fine glass of bourbon alongside a good cigar. So, whether she's dissecting plays or rallying the next generation of athletes, Lee Ann is your spirited insider ready to tackle all things SEC!
