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The Ole Miss Rebels have secured a 6-0 record for the season after defeating Washington State 24-21 in a thrilling homecoming game. Despite a shaky start, the Rebels rallied back from an early deficit to take the lead and ultimately clinch the victory. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss had a standout performance, contributing two passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. This win marks a historic moment for Head Coach Lane Kiffin, who became the fastest coach in Ole Miss history to reach 50 wins. The Rebels are set to face No. 10 Georgia next week.
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The Ole Miss Rebels have achieved a perfect record of 6-0 for the season, a feat they have not accomplished since 2022. The Rebels secured a narrow victory against Washington State, finishing their homecoming game with a score of 24-21 on October 11, 2025, at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.
The game began with an uncertain start for Ole Miss as they turned the ball over on downs during their first drive. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss‘ attempt to throw a pass out of the end zone on a fourth-and-goal situation resulted in a missed opportunity from Washington State’s 4-yard line. Additionally, Rebels kicker Lucas Carneiro missed a 47-yard field goal on their next drive, leaving the first quarter scoreless for the Rebels while Washington State gained momentum.
Washington State initially took the lead with a touchdown following a 26-yard pass from quarterback Zevi Eckhaus to Landon Wright. This scoring drive covered 71 yards in nine plays, ending with a lead of 7-0 by the end of the first quarter. Despite a sluggish start, Ole Miss managed to get on the scoreboard in the second quarter with a 40-yard field goal from Carneiro, narrowing the deficit to 7-3.
The Rebels turned the tide before halftime, orchestrating an 11-play, 87-yard drive that culminated in a 2-yard touchdown pass from Chambliss to Dae’Quan Wright. This drive put Ole Miss ahead 10-7 at halftime.
After the break, the Cougars quickly regained the lead with a 46-yard run from Kirby Vorhees, moving the score to 14-10. Ole Miss responded with an impressive 11-play drive that featured Chambliss scrambling for a 17-yard touchdown, ending the third quarter with a score of 17-14.
The final quarter saw further action as Cayden Lee caught a touchdown pass from Chambliss, extending Ole Miss’s lead to 24-14. However, Washington State fought back, scoring a touchdown on a pass from Eckhaus to Tony Freeman, bringing the game to 24-21. The Cougars made a last-ditch effort to tie the game but were unable to reach field-goal range, starting their final possession at their own 10-yard line.
In terms of individual performances, Chambliss completed 20 passes out of 29 attempts, totaling 253 passing yards, along with two passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. The Rebels’ ground offense was led by Kewan Lacy, who recorded 142 rushing yards on 24 carries, marking a career high.
The Ole Miss defense was also a standout, accumulating four sacks and six tackles for loss throughout the game. With this victory, Head Coach Lane Kiffin became the fastest coach in Ole Miss history to achieve 50 wins, accomplishing this milestone in just 68 games.
Historically, Ole Miss has performed well during homecoming games, now holding a record of 74-17-2 since 1924 and 22-2 under Coach Kiffin in non-conference matchups. The Rebels will look to maintain their undefeated status as they prepare to face No. 10 Georgia next week in a Southeastern Conference matchup, scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT on ABC.
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Additional Resources
- Clarion Ledger: Ole Miss vs Washington State Recap
- Wikipedia: Ole Miss Rebels Football
- Ole Miss Sports: Homecoming Victory
- Google Search: Ole Miss football
- Sports Illustrated: Observations from the Game
- Google News: Ole Miss football season 2025
- Oxford Eagle: Homecoming Win Overview
- Encyclopedia Britannica: College Football
- Clarion Ledger: Game Contract Details
- Google Scholar: Historical Performance of Ole Miss Football
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