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Logan Diggs, the Ole Miss running back, is set for a pivotal season after recovering from a serious knee injury. With impressive stats from previous colleges, Diggs aims to make a strong impact this season as he pursues a Master’s certificate in athletic administration. Having faced challenges during his recovery, he values the support from Ole Miss and is ready to contribute to the team’s success as they kick off the season against Georgia State.
OXFORD, MS — Logan Diggs, the 23-year-old running back for the Ole Miss Rebels, is gearing up for a decisive season after overcoming a significant knee injury that sidelined him for much of the previous year. As the kickoff approaches for the Rebels’ opening game against Georgia State on Saturday evening, the spotlight is firmly on Diggs, who has a robust history on the field and is determined to make a notable impact this season.
Diggs, a graduate of Ole Miss with a degree in multi-disciplinary studies, is committed to furthering his education by pursuing a Master’s certificate in athletic administration. His academic and athletic career highlights include an impressive performance during his time at both Notre Dame and LSU, where he gained a total of 1,052 rushing yards and scored seven touchdowns in just 20 games. His early collegiate career saw him ranked third in rushing during his freshman year and second in his sophomore year at Notre Dame.
In 2023, Diggs transferred to LSU to reunite with head coach Brian Kelly. He quickly made an impact, becoming the second-highest rusher for the Tigers, trailing only Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels. Following a strong but challenging stint, he made the decision to transfer again after suffering a serious knee injury during the Tigers’ Gator Bowl victory over Wisconsin on January 1, 2024.
After his injury, Diggs entered the transfer portal, with Ole Miss being his first point of contact. The coaching staff assured him that they would support his rehabilitation and that he could potentially return to play by the end of the 2024 season. The support he received during this challenging time became crucial, as he reflects on feeling at his lowest before finding a new home at Ole Miss.
Throughout his career, Diggs has been part of 40 wins against only 12 losses over 52 games, including a year spent rehabilitating his injury. He has spoken about the brotherhood and culture he experienced at Notre Dame, noting how it influenced his journey in collegiate athletics. His transition from Notre Dame, driven by a desire for more opportunities and carries, eventually led him to LSU, where he embraced the electrifying atmosphere on game days in Death Valley.
Diggs also recalls his experiences competing against Ole Miss, emphasizing that it is one of the toughest venues in college football. In a matchup against the Rebels during the 2023 season, he aimed to make a game-changing play but faced overwhelming defensive pressure. This serves as a testament to the challenges presented in high-stakes college football and the learning moments that come from them.
In his brief return to the field with Ole Miss, Diggs participated in the Gator Bowl victory over Duke, where he recorded a run for 15 yards and a reception for six yards, signaling his return to form. His resilience during recovery is notable, as many athletes with similar injuries do not make a comeback. He focuses on the team’s collective success and intends to contribute significantly without being preoccupied with personal accolades or NFL prospects.
As Diggs prepares for the upcoming season, he maintains a deep appreciation for the support he has received from Ole Miss and expresses a desire to give back to the program that helped him during his recovery. With the season kickoff just around the corner, the Ole Miss community looks forward to witnessing Diggs’s impact on the field and his contributions to the Rebel’s football program in the 2024 season.
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