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Golding Era Begins with Sugar Bowl Berth
21 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Ole Miss, under new coach Pete Golding, defeated Tulane 41-10.
- The Rebels advanced to the Sugar Bowl for a rematch with Georgia.
- Running back Kewan Lacy suffered a shoulder injury during the game.
The commencement of the Pete Golding era for Ole Miss was marked by a decisive 41-10 victory over Tulane, propelling the Rebels into the Sugar Bowl. This dominant performance sets the stage for a highly anticipated rematch against Georgia, the only team to have defeated Ole Miss during the regular season. While the offense showcased its strength, accumulating 497 yards and 41 points, defensive concerns persist regarding the team's potential in the postseason.
A significant point of attention heading into the Sugar Bowl is the status of star running back Kewan Lacy, who sustained a shoulder injury late in the first half. Lacy, the SEC's second-leading rusher and a Doak Walker Award finalist, is a critical component of the Rebels' offense. His availability for the Georgia game remains uncertain.
Tulane, despite moving the ball effectively, struggled to convert opportunities into points, managing only 10 points and committing three turnovers. Meanwhile, Ole Miss now prepares for a challenging Sugar Bowl matchup against Georgia, a team that has shown significant defensive improvement since their initial regular-season encounter.
