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Ole Miss Upsets Oklahoma, Boosts CFP Hopes Amid Kiffin Speculation

10/26/2025

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Summary

Ole Miss Triumphs

Ole Miss defeated Oklahoma 34-26, boosting their CFP prospects.
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss threw for 315 yards and led a fourth-quarter comeback after a loss to Georgia.
The win marks Ole Miss's first road win over a ranked SEC opponent under Lane Kiffin.
Ole Miss sits at 7-1 with a schedule ahead, while Oklahoma's playoff hopes fade against ranked opponents.
Kiffin's future remains uncertain amid speculation about coaching offers.

Summary

Missouri State Dominates

Missouri State improved to 4-3 after an overtime win over New Mexico State on a 7-yard touchdown from Jacob Clark to Ronnel Johnson.
Jacob Clark totaled 283 passing yards and three touchdowns.
Missouri State taunted New Mexico State’s cowboy mascot with a graphic caption: "walk in your saloon and take over your saloon."
The result underscores ongoing playful rivalries in college football and social media engagement.

History

Historical Context

Ole Miss's football program, established in 1893, has evolved significantly, especially after the 2012 NCAA rule change that allowed teams to compete in the College Football Playoff. Under coach Lane Kiffin, hired in 2019, Ole Miss achieved its first road win against a ranked SEC opponent in 2021, enhancing its CFP prospects and reflecting the changing dynamics of college football rivalries.

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Ole Miss Triumphs

Ole Miss defeated Oklahoma 34-26, boosting their CFP prospects.
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss threw for 315 yards and led a fourth-quarter comeback after a loss to Georgia.
The win marks Ole Miss's first road win over a ranked SEC opponent under Lane Kiffin.
Ole Miss sits at 7-1 with a schedule ahead, while Oklahoma's playoff hopes fade against ranked opponents.
Kiffin's future remains uncertain amid speculation about coaching offers.

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