Oxford, MS
Sep 21, 2024
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Ole Miss showcased their dominance in a commanding 52-13 victory over Georgia Southern, outgaining the Eagles 607-194 in total yards. Quarterback Jaxson Dart set the tone early with two first-quarter touchdown passes, including a 35-yard strike to Antwane Wells Jr. and a 23-yard pass to Jordan Watkins. Ole Miss took a 24-7 lead into halftime, highlighted by a spectacular 70-yard touchdown reception by Tre Harris.
Georgia Southern managed to cut into the lead with a trick play resulting in a 12-yard touchdown pass from running back O.J. Arnold to Derwin Burgess Jr. However, Ole Miss continued to control the game with scoring contributions from several players, extending their lead to 38-10 by the end of the third quarter. The Rebels' defense was formidable, allowing only 37 rushing yards. Notably, Tre Harris finished with 225 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and Dart threw for 382 yards and four touchdowns, solidifying a decisive win for the home team.
Jaxson Dart (Ole Miss)
Dart immediately opened the scoring with a 35-yard touchdown pass to Antwane Wells Jr., setting the tone for the night and putting Ole Miss ahead 7-0 within the first minute.
Caden Davis (Ole Miss)
Davis drilled a 28-yard field goal to extend Ole Miss's early lead to 10-0 after a failed drive deep in Georgia Southern territory.
JJ Pegues (Ole Miss)
Pegues recovered a fumble at the Georgia Southern 8-yard line, giving Ole Miss an early opportunity to score and eventually leading to a field goal.
Jordan Watkins (Ole Miss)
Watkins hauled in a 23-yard touchdown reception from Dart, capping off a methodical 14-play, 80-yard drive and extending the lead to 17-0.
OJ Arnold (Georgia Southern)
Running back Arnold threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to Derwin Burgess Jr., narrowing the deficit to 17-7 with a clever trick play.
Tre Harris (Ole Miss)
Harris caught a stunning 70-yard bomb from Dart, showcasing their chemistry and pushing the lead to 24-7 with one swift strike.
JJ Pegues (Ole Miss)
Pegues drove in a 1-yard touchdown run, capping off a short drive and extending Ole Miss's dominance at 31-7.
Henry Parrish Jr. (Ole Miss)
Parrish Jr. broke through for a 5-yard touchdown run, capping a drive powered by efficient running and offensive line play to make it 38-7.
Gavin Stewart (Georgia Southern)
Stewart connected on a 42-yard field goal, managing to put up points and making the score 38-10 despite Georgia Southern's struggles.
Tre Harris (Ole Miss)
Harris added another touchdown with a 36-yard reception from Dart, pushing the lead to an insurmountable 45-10.
Domonique Thomas (Ole Miss)
Thomas' 1-yard touchdown run marked the final scoring play of the game, sealing the victory at 52-13.
Jaxson Dart (Ole Miss, QB)
Dart exhibited leadership and precision, completing 22 of 31 passes for 382 yards and four touchdowns, also rushing for 36 yards. His remarkable performance solidified his status as a Heisman contender.
Tre Harris (Ole Miss, WR)
Harris was unstoppable, catching 11 passes for 225 yards and two touchdowns, including a 70-yard gain. His efforts were instrumental in keeping Ole Miss's offense dynamic and explosive.
JJ Pegues (Ole Miss, DT)
Pegues played a crucial role on both sides of the ball, recovering a fumble to set up early points and later scoring on a 1-yard run, showcasing versatility and impact.
Henry Parrish Jr. (Ole Miss, RB)
Parrish provided consistent ground support with 89 yards on 13 carries and a touchdown, stabilizing the offense and contributing to sustained drives.
Gavin Stewart (Georgia Southern, K)
Stewart was reliable for Georgia Southern, scoring all of his team's points with two field goals and an extra point, showcasing his consistency under pressure.
Chris Paul Jr. (Ole Miss, LB)
Led the Rebel defense with 10 tackles, including 2 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks, exerting pressure on Georgia Southern's offense throughout the game.
Khari Coleman (Ole Miss, LB)
Coleman contributed significantly with nine tackles and a forced fumble, demonstrating his defensive prowess and disrupting Georgia Southern’s offensive rhythm.
HIGHLIGHTS: Ole Miss Football vs. Georgia Southern (9/21/2024) - YouTube
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Ole Miss Rebels | Full Game Highlights | ESPN College Football - YouTube
Three key takeaways from Ole Miss’ win against Georgia Southern - The Daily Mississippian
University of Mississippi - Ole Miss Athletics
Ole Miss vs Georgia Southern - NCAA Football 9/21 Full Game Highlights (College Football 25 Sim) - YouTube
Georgia Southern Eagles
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7
3
3
13
Ole Miss Rebels
17
7
14
14
52
