Get ready for a December showdown that promises to be nothing short of electrifying! Ole Miss and Tulane are set to clash once again, but this time, it’s in the first round of the College Football Playoff, and everything has changed. Gone are the days of September’s lopsided 45-10 victory for the Rebels; this rematch is a whole new ballgame. No. 6 Ole Miss welcomes No. 11 Tulane to Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, where the atmosphere will be as charged as it is uncertain. But here’s where it gets controversial: Lane Kiffin, the mastermind behind Ole Miss’s rise, is no longer on the sidelines. Instead, Pete Golding steps into the spotlight for his head coaching debut, leading the Rebels into their most significant home game in program history. The question on everyone’s mind: Can Golding keep the momentum alive? And this is the part most people miss—Tulane isn’t just dealing with a rematch; they’re juggling a coaching transition of their own. Jon Sumrall, the Green Wave’s head coach, is splitting his time between Tulane and his new role at Florida, leaving fans to wonder if his focus is divided. Will this affect Tulane’s performance, or will they rise to the occasion? As the game kicks off, CBS Sports brings you live updates, highlights, and analysis of this high-stakes battle. Early on, Ole Miss takes a 7-0 lead thanks to Kewan Lacy’s 20-yard touchdown run, but Tulane’s Jake Retzlaff throws a costly interception, setting the Rebels up for more. Yet, Tulane isn’t out of it—they’ve got momentum from a five-game winning streak and a running back, Jamauri McClure, who’s been on fire. But let’s not forget Ole Miss’s unsung hero, Kewan Lacy, whose 20 rushing touchdowns this season deserve far more recognition. As the game unfolds, the big question remains: How will Golding’s conservative approach differ from Kiffin’s explosive offense? And can Tulane’s Retzlaff keep pace with the Rebels’ firepower? This isn’t just a game—it’s a test of leadership, focus, and resilience. What do you think? Can Tulane pull off the upset, or will Ole Miss’s talent prove too much to handle? Let us know in the comments!
