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The No. 13 Ole Miss Rebels are gearing up to face the No. 4 LSU Tigers in a crucial Magnolia Bowl matchup at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Both teams enter the game undefeated, with Ole Miss aiming for a statement win as they embrace their status as a betting favorite. LSU seeks to validate its top ranking. With standout performances on offense and defense, this clash represents a significant moment in their quests for College Football Playoff positioning.
Oxford, Mississippi – The No. 13 Ole Miss Rebels (4-0) are set to face off against the No. 4 LSU Tigers (4-0) on September 27, 2025, at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. This highly anticipated matchup is part of the Magnolia Bowl and marks the 114th meeting between the two storied programs. For the first time since 1962, Ole Miss enters the game as a betting favorite, holding a slight 1.5-point edge against a top-5 opponent.
This clash carries significant weight for both teams as they vie for playoff positioning in the College Football Playoff race. Ole Miss is eager to secure a statement win that would solidify their aspirations, while LSU is focused on validating their No. 4 ranking with a road victory against an AP Top 15 foe.
Ole Miss has been making headlines with its potent offense, currently averaging 330 passing yards and four touchdowns per game under the direction of backup quarterback Trinidad Chambliss. Chambliss has stepped in after the injury of starting quarterback Austin Simmons, showcasing impressive performances during his two games. Additionally, Rebels’ running back Kewan Lacy has contributed significantly with 358 rushing yards on 79 carries, averaging 4.5 yards per attempt. Overall, Ole Miss’s rushing offense is averaging 218 yards per game this season, presenting a formidable challenge for opposing defenses.
On the other side, LSU’s defense has been a force to be reckoned with this season, having yet to allow more than 10 points in a game. They are permitting an average of just 182 passing yards per contest, and their rushing defense ranks among the best in the nation, allowing only 64 yards per game and 2.6 yards per carry.
Despite their strong defensive numbers, there are criticisms surrounding LSU’s strength of schedule. Their marquee victory came against a struggling Clemson team that currently holds a record of 1-3, and they also secured a win over Florida, which has a record of 1-3. LSU’s starting quarterback, Garrett Nussmeier, is producing modest statistics this season with an average of 241 passing yards per game, contributing to a total of six touchdowns and two interceptions.
In contrast, Ole Miss’s defense has shown vulnerabilities, particularly with lapses in coverage. The Rebels are allowing an average of 191 rushing yards per game and 5.1 yards per carry. This matchup presents a critical test for both Ole Miss’s offense and defense, especially as they prepare for upcoming games against formidable opponents Oklahoma and Georgia later in the season.
As this game approaches, it is crucial for both teams to perform at their best. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT and will be broadcasted on ABC. Historically, both Ole Miss and LSU remain undefeated, leading to significant questions about their capabilities in head-to-head matchups, and this game could fundamentally shape perceptions of both teams as potential national contenders moving forward.
The stakes could not be higher as the players prepare to step on the field, and fans eagerly anticipate what may unfold in this exciting showdown steeped in tradition.
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- ESPN: College Football Betting – LSU vs. Ole Miss
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- SI: ESPN Model Predicts Winner – LSU vs. Ole Miss
- Wikipedia: Ole Miss Rebels Football
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