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Cole Thompson

Cole Thompson

Joined: Oct 27, 2021

Cole Thompson is a reporter and columnist covering the NFL and college sports for SI's Fan Nation. A 2016 graduate from The University of Alabama, follow him on Twitter @MrColeThompson

Nov 29, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) reacts after the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-Imagn Images
Football

'The Last One!' Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart To Play In Gator Bowl

Jaxson Dart will wear his Ole Miss Rebels jersey one final time in the Gator Bowl.

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Nov 23, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Barion Brown (7) makes a catch against Texas Longhorns defender Jaylon Guilbeau (3) during the third quarter at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Patzke-Imagn Images
Football

Could Ole Miss Land Star Kentucky WR Barion Brown From Transfer Portal?

Could Barion Brown suit up for the Ole Miss Rebels in 2025?

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Mississippi State's safety Isaac Smith (2) runs the ball after intercepting it during the Egg Bowl game against at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024.
Football

Ole Miss Appears Outside The Top 15 In Final Regular Season AP Poll

The Ole Miss Rebels won't finish the regular season inside the top 15.

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Oct 26, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin watches during a time out during the second half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

'Our Best Class of High School Players': Ole Miss Continues To Grow Past 'Portal Only' Program

The Ole Miss Rebels are winning on the recruiting trail for the first time in ages, thus shedding the narrative of a "portal only program."

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Nov 9, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin reacts during the second half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

Ole Miss Lane Kiffin Rips Apart Playoff Committee For Penultimate Rankings

Ole Miss Rebels coach Lane Kiffin did not hold back on Tuesday night after the playoff committee secured the team's fate.

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Nov 2, 2024; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Ole Miss Rebels helmet during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mississippi won 63-31. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
Recruiting

Ole Miss Secures Letter Of Intent From Three-Star OT Kenneth Boston

The Ole Miss Rebels have secured a potential starting tackle as part of their 2025 recruiting class.

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Oct 28, 2023; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. (left) talks with quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) during warm ups prior to the game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

Was Ole Miss OC Charlie Weis Jr. A Favorite For The Florida Atlantic Job?

According to reports, Charlies Weis Jr. was considered a favorite to leave the Ole Miss Rebels for Boca Raton.

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Mississippi's running back Ulysses Bentley IV (24) runs the ball all the way into the end zone and scores a touch down during the Egg Bowl game against Mississippi State at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024.
Football

Where Does Ole Miss Land in AP Poll Following Egg Bowl Win?

Did Ole Miss see any movement in their standing in the AP Top 25 after winning the Egg Bowl?

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Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Tre Harris (9) hauls in a touchdown pass during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 23, 2024. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]
Football

Ole Miss Injury Report: Will Tre Harris Play Against Mississippi State In Egg Bowl?

The Ole Miss Rebels could be without one key receiver on Friday afternoon in the Egg Bowl.

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Sep 21, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels linebacker Chris Paul Jr. (11) reacts after a defensive stop during the first half against the Georgia Southern Eagles at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

Ole Miss LB Chris Paul Jr. Named Finalist For Butkus Award

The Ole Miss Rebels linebacker could be taking home a piece of hardware to close out his college career

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Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Tre Harris (9) hauls in a touchdown pass during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 23, 2024. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun]
Football

Ole Miss Falls Outside Top 10 In AP Poll Following Florida Loss

The Ole Miss Rebels need a miracle to make the College Football Playoff following Week 13's loss against Florida.

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Sep 30, 2023; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; LSU Tigers running back Logan Diggs (3) runs the ball during the second half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

Ole Miss RB Ulysses Bentley IV On Logan Diggs: 'He Brings Power'

Logan Diggs will not be suiting up for Ole Miss this weekend, but when he does, he could add a vital element to the backfield.

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