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Ole Miss quarterback Austin Simmons is set to return for the game against Arkansas following a brief injury scare during the team’s victory over Kentucky. Coach Lane Kiffin confirmed Simmons was cleared to play, despite Trinidad Chambliss taking over for tactical reasons. Simmons showcased his resilience, completing 13 of 24 passes for 235 yards and rushing for a touchdown. The Rebels aim to maintain their momentum with a season record of 2-0 as they prepare for the upcoming game at home.
Oxford, Mississippi – Ole Miss quarterback Austin Simmons is expected to be fit to play in the upcoming game against Arkansas following a series of injuries during the team’s hard-fought 30-23 victory over Kentucky. Head coach Lane Kiffin confirmed that Simmons was cleared to return to the game after being briefly sidelined and taped up. Trinidad Chambliss took over for Simmons late in the fourth quarter for tactical reasons, despite Simmons being healthy enough to continue.
Simmons faced a challenging start against Kentucky, throwing two interceptions early in the game. However, he managed to recover, completing 13 of 24 passes for a total of 235 yards. Additionally, Simmons contributed to the team’s offensive success by rushing eight times for 44 yards and finding the end zone once with a touchdown.
Following the win, Kiffin praised Simmons’ resilience and maturity in overcoming initial setbacks to produce critical plays when the team needed him most. He explained that the plan to employ Chambliss was not an indication of Simmons’ condition but rather a tactical decision based on the game situation.
In a brief assessment of his injury, Simmons described it as “minor” and “little,” expressing enthusiasm for the team’s overall performance and success thus far. He also highlighted the impact of running back Kewan Lacy, commending his abilities and projecting that he would continue to shine in the coming games.
The Rebels’ victory improved their season record to 2-0, marking a successful start for the team. They are set to take on Arkansas at home next weekend, with the highly anticipated game scheduled to kick off at 2:30 p.m. CT, and televised on ESPN.
Kiffin’s confidence in Simmons is evident, as he addressed the media regarding the quarterback’s recovery and readiness for the next challenge. This season, Simmons has shown promise with a completion rate of 60%, totaling 576 passing yards, along with three touchdowns and four interceptions. His capability as a dual-threat quarterback, alongside Chambliss, has generated attention from opposing teams.
In preparation for the match-up against Ole Miss, Arkansas coach Sam Pittman indicated that they are preparing strategies to defend against both Simmons and Chambliss, recognizing their dual-threat nature that allows them to effectively run and throw the ball.
This match against Arkansas promises to be a noteworthy contest, especially following Ole Miss’s narrow win against Kentucky, which avenged their previous loss to the Wildcats last season. Both Simmons and his fellow teammates will aim to capitalize on their current momentum to continue their successful campaign.
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- Wikipedia: Ole Miss Rebels Football
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Ole Miss Rebels
- 247 Sports: Three Things Learned from Ole Miss Win at Kentucky
- Google News: Arkansas vs Ole Miss
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