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The Ole Miss Rebels have announced their depth chart for Week 5 ahead of their important game against No. 4 LSU. The Rebels, who currently have a 4-0 record and are ranked No. 13 in the AP Top 25, look to maintain their undefeated streak as they face a tough opponent in LSU at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Key positions include starting quarterback Austin Simmons and a strong defensive lineup. With heightened stakes due to LSU’s own 4-0 record, this game promises excitement and intensity, especially with personal connections between players.
OXFORD, MS – The Ole Miss Rebels have unveiled their depth chart for Week 5 as they prepare for a crucial match against No. 4 LSU at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. The Rebels are currently enjoying a flawless start to the season with a record of 4-0, including 2-0 in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), and they are ranked No. 13 in the AP Top 25 following an impressive 45-10 win against Tulane.
Starting quarterback for Ole Miss will be Austin Simmons, wearing number 13. He is backed up by Trinidad Chambliss (6) and AJ Maddox (14). The running back positions will see Kewan Lacy (5), Logan Diggs (22), and Damien Taylor (12) taking the lead, while the receiving corps includes Harrison Wallace III (2), Deuce Alexander (11), Traylon Ray (7), De’Zhaun Stribling (1), Izaiah Hartrup (15), and Devin Price (88).
In the tight end category, the Rebels will utilize Dae’Quan Wright (8), Trace Bruckler (85), and Caleb Odom (4). The offensive line has been set with Diego Pounds (61) at left tackle, Delano Townsend (51) at left guard, Brycen Sanders (62) as the center, Patrick Kutas (75) at right guard, and Jayden Williams (50) as the right tackle.
Defensively, the starting positions include Kam Franklin (5) and Da’Shawn Womack (15) at defensive end, Zxavian Harris (51) and Kamron Beavers (97) at defensive tackle, with Will Echoles (52) as the nose tackle. Edge rushers will be Suntarine Perkins (4) and Princewill Umanmielen (1). For linebacker roles, the Rebels have chosen TJ Dottery (6), Jaden Yates (30), and Tyler Banks (38). The safety positions feature Nick Cull (29), Sage Ryan (3), while the cornerback slots include Antonio Kite (8) and Chris Graves (32).
Special teams comprise Lucas Carneiro (17) as both the kickoff and placekicker and Carter Short (44) as the long snapper.
The highly anticipated matchup against LSU is scheduled for Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT and will be televised on ABC. Ole Miss is currently favored by Las Vegas oddsmakers for this game. The LSU Tigers also boast a 4-0 record, ranking No. 4 in the AP Top 25, creating heightened stakes in this SEC clash.
As the game approaches, Lane Kiffin, the head coach, is set to address the media regarding the preparations for LSU. The rivalry is further intensified by personal connections, as LSU linebacker Whit Weeks has confirmed his relationship with Lane Kiffin’s daughter. Additionally, LSU is grappling with injury concerns, particularly regarding key players like running back Caden Durham and defensive end Gabriel Reliford.
This upcoming matchup is expected to be a defining moment in the season for both teams, with Ole Miss looking to capitalize on their home-field advantage and continue their undefeated streak.
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