5 reasons Ole Miss can win vs Georgia

Nov 11, 2023; Athens, Georgia, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) passes against the Georgia Bulldogs during the first quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

This Saturday, the Georgia Bulldogs face the Ole Miss Rebels at 3:30 p.m. ET in Oxford, Mississippi. According BetMGM, the Bulldogs are favored by 2.5 points.

Why will Ole Miss cover the spread and beat Georgia?

Front Seven

The Ole Miss front seven has been a driving force behind the defense’s impressive performance this season, marking a notable improvement from last year. Going into the transfer portal to get Walter Nolen from Texas A&M and Princely Umanmielen from Florida has helped the defensive line go from mediocre to now elite.

The Rebels’ defense is ranked second in the nation in run defense at just 82.2 rushing yards per game, This unit’s relentless pass rush has translated into a national-best 41 sacks. This Ole Miss defense has the ability to disrupt both the pass and the run. If Ole Miss can effectively limit the Bulldogs’ rushing attack and make UGA’s offense one-dimensional, then Ole Miss will be able to zero in on the passing game, creating consistent havoc and further controlling the pace of the game.

Desperation

Tigers reciever Aaron Anderson 1 makes a catch and is taken down by Rebels Trey Washington 25 as the LSU Tigers take on the Ole Miss Rebels at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, LA. Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024.Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024.SCOTT CLAUSE/USA TODAY Network / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

This game is make-or-break for the Rebels’ College Football Playoff hopes, fueling a sense of urgency for Ole Miss to play like it’s their last game. With two losses earlier in the season, the Rebels now find themselves clawing and fighting to climb back into playoff contention.

A win here could…

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Publish date : 2024-11-07 11:48:49

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