On November ninth, the Ole Miss Rebels football team, led by coach Lane Kiffin, secured a dominant forty-nine to zero victory over The Citadel. This win keeps them firmly in the College Football Playoff race, a significant achievement for the program. The impressive shutout performance took place in Oxford, bringing the Rebels season record to nine wins and one loss. They now have two crucial games remaining against the Florida Gators and the Mississippi State Bulldogs, which will determine their final standing. Coach Kiffin expressed his satisfaction with the teams effort, particularly highlighting the starters performance. He noted that these types of games can sometimes be difficult to motivate for, but his players rose to the challenge with consistent energy. According to Kiffin, the teams preparation was evident, as they dominated in first downs, achieving thirty-five compared to their opponents five. While he praised the defensive backups, he did mention a desire for better play from the offensive backups. Overall, it was a very good day for the Rebels, and their strong showing positions them well as they head into the final stretch of their season, with high hopes for a spot in the playoffs.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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