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Ole Miss Players Block Out Noise Ahead of Rivalry Game
25 Nov
Summary
- Rebels players are focused on the upcoming Egg Bowl, not coaching rumors.
- Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss reassured fans about team's focus.
- Making the CFP is a major historical opportunity for the team.
Ole Miss football players are actively ignoring speculation surrounding head coach Lane Kiffin's potential future at other programs. As the No. 6 ranked Rebels prepare for their crucial Egg Bowl matchup against Mississippi State on November 28, the team's leadership is working to maintain locker room focus. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss publicly addressed Ole Miss fans, emphasizing the team's commitment to the rivalry game and blocking out external distractions.
Chambliss stated that the team's priority is securing a victory against Mississippi State, which could potentially lead to a home College Football Playoff game—a historic achievement for Ole Miss. He acknowledged hearing the rumors but stressed that being within the team facility makes it easy to concentrate on the task at hand. Coach Kiffin himself has noted that modern college football, influenced by NIL and the transfer portal, is a year-to-year proposition.
Linebacker T.J. Dottery, a key defensive leader, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the immense opportunity for the current team to become one of the best in Ole Miss history. Dottery urged his teammates not to overlook the chance to go 1-0 in their upcoming game, underscoring the importance of seizing this significant moment rather than getting sidetracked by off-field speculation about the coaching staff.
