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Rebels Shut Down Tigers' Run Game in Dominant Win
18 Oct
Summary
- Ole Miss defense limited Missouri to 38 rushing yards.
- Kewan Lacy and Makhi Frazier combined for 223 rushing yards.
- Trinidad Chambliss accounted for four total touchdowns.
Ole Miss achieved their second consecutive victory by defeating No. 13 Missouri 21-3 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. The Rebels' defense was exceptional, notably neutralizing Missouri's formidable rushing attack. Missouri, averaging nearly 180 rushing yards per game, was held to just 38 yards on 20 attempts, forcing them to abandon their primary offensive strength.
On the other side of the ball, Ole Miss dominated the ground game against one of the SEC's top run defenses. Star running back Kewan Lacy, despite a shoulder injury, rushed for 122 yards, while Makhi Frazier added 101 yards. Together, they amassed 223 rushing yards, averaging over seven yards per carry.
Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss contributed significantly to the offense, accounting for three touchdown passes and one rushing touchdown. While the team experienced some offensive miscues like fumbles and dropped passes, their stellar defensive performance and potent rushing game proved more than enough to secure the crucial conference win.
