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Fiesta Bowl: Rebels face familiar foe in QB Beck
6 Jan
Summary
- Ole Miss faces Miami QB Carson Beck for third time.
- Beck previously played for Georgia, Ole Miss's rival.
- The teams meet in the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Ole Miss's defense is preparing for a familiar face in Miami quarterback Carson Beck as they head into the College Football Playoff semifinals. Beck previously played for Georgia for two seasons, facing Ole Miss in both 2023 and 2024. The Rebels are set to meet Beck again on January 8th in the Fiesta Bowl, with the winner advancing to the national championship.
Despite being in different conferences this season, the Rebels have encountered Beck's capabilities firsthand. In 2023, Georgia defeated Ole Miss 52-17 with Beck throwing for 306 yards and two touchdowns. However, Ole Miss secured a 28-10 victory in 2024, sacking Beck five times. Now at Miami, Beck has amassed 3,313 passing yards with 27 touchdowns and 10 interceptions.
While Beck has a new team, Ole Miss coaches note schematic similarities between Miami's offense and Georgia's. The Hurricanes boast a strong offensive line and dynamic playmakers like freshman wide receiver Malachi Toney and running back Mark Fletcher. The Rebels are focusing on defensive adjustments to counter Miami's physical approach and Beck's experience.
