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New Coach vs. Lame Duck: Ole Miss Faces Tulane
17 Dec
Summary
- Ole Miss debuts new coach Pete Golding against Tulane.
- Tulane's Jon Sumrall coaches final game before departing.
- Ole Miss defeated Tulane 45-10 earlier in the season.
No. 6 Ole Miss is set to play its first College Football Playoff game under new interim head coach Pete Golding against No. 11 Tulane. Golding, previously the defensive coordinator, steps in after Lane Kiffin was hired away by LSU. The Rebels aim to build on their successful season while transitioning leadership.
Tulane, with a 11-2 record, faces a similar transition as head coach Jon Sumrall will depart after this game to take the Florida job. The Green Wave, who have already secured a replacement in Will Hall, are looking to finish Sumrall's tenure on a high note. Their previous encounter this season saw Ole Miss dominate Tulane with a 45-10 victory.
Despite the coaching changes, Ole Miss maintains some continuity with Golding emphasizing preparation and accountability. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss noted differences between Kiffin's quieter style and Golding's more emotional approach. For Tulane, quarterback Jake Retzlaff aims for a stronger performance after struggling in their earlier loss to Ole Miss.
