TRUTH: Ole Miss WON'T MISS Lane Kiffin in the College Football Playoff | Pete Golding ERA Begins

Ole Miss football charge into the College Football Playoff—without Lane Kiffin leading the Rebels. Can their revamped offense thrive on the national stage and make history in Mississippi?

Steven Willis spotlights the Rebels' resilience, their deep-rooted identity, and why this team’s success goes beyond any one coach. The podcast previews marquee Power 4 matchups coming to Vaught Hemingway Stadium, discusses the impact of hosting a playoff game, and captures the anticipation of the biggest sporting event ever in Oxford. With FanDuel’s insights and locked-on coverage, get an inside look at Ole Miss’s postseason momentum, strategy shifts after a headline-making coaching departure, and the fierce optimism fueling their championship run.

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Players mentioned: Lane Kiffin

Episode Timestamps

0:00 – Ole Miss Without Kiffin
Intro and opinion that Ole Miss will thrive in the College Football Playoff, even without Lane Kiffin.

0:10 – Rebels’ Identity & Celebration
Host introduction, celebration of Ole Miss making the playoff, discussion of team identity, and how it goes beyond a single coach.

1:04 – Upcoming Power 4 Matchups
Preview of potential Power 4 playoff games at Vaught Hemingway Stadium and their significance.

1:15 – Biggest Event in Mississippi
Exploring the meaning of the upcoming matchup, framing it as the biggest sporting event in state history, and rallying listeners around the moment.

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