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Ole Miss Clinches Playoff Berth in Dominant Egg Bowl Win
20 Dec
Summary
- Ole Miss secured a likely playoff spot with an impressive 38-19 Egg Bowl victory.
- Utah staged a remarkable comeback, beating Kansas 31-21 in a critical conference game.
- Mississippi State and Kansas concluded their seasons with disappointing losses.
No. 7 Ole Miss delivered a commanding performance on Black Friday, defeating Mississippi State 38-19 in the annual Egg Bowl. This decisive victory has positioned the Rebels for their first-ever College Football Playoff appearance, with their 11-1 record presenting a powerful resume to selection committees. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss was instrumental, throwing for 359 yards and four touchdowns.
In another significant Black Friday matchup, No. 13 Utah mounted an incredible comeback against Kansas, ultimately winning 31-21. Trailing for most of the game, the Utes erupted in the fourth quarter, aided by three touchdown passes from Devon Dampier and a game-changing 97-yard interception return for a touchdown. This win keeps Utah in contention for the Big 12 championship.
For Mississippi State and Kansas, these losses mark the end of their seasons, with bowl eligibility now out of reach. As the College Football Playoff field solidifies, Ole Miss appears to be a near-certain top seed, potentially hosting a first-round game in Oxford. Utah's path to the playoffs remains narrow, contingent on winning their conference championship.
