NORMAN, Okla. — The Ole Miss Rebels pulled off a statement victory on the road on Saturday, defeating the Oklahoma Sooners 34‑26 in a head‑to‑head showdown of ranked programs. Ole Miss improved to 7‑1 overall and 4‑1 in the SEC, while Oklahoma dropped to 6‑2 with their second loss of the season.
Game Breakdown
Ole Miss jumped out to an early lead, posting 22 points by half‑time while limiting Oklahoma to 10. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss orchestrated the offense with precision, finishing with 315 passing yards and a touchdown. Running back Kewan Lacy added two rushing touchdowns, pushing his total to 12 this season.
Oklahoma mounted a strong response in the third quarter. Running back Xavier Robinson broke free for runs of 65 and 9 yards, giving Oklahoma a 26‑25 lead heading into the fourth.
However, Ole Miss answered back. Early in the fourth quarter Chambliss connected with Trace Bruckler on an 8‑yard touchdown pass to retake the lead. A critical turnover by Oklahoma in the final minutes — a mishandled fumble — set up a 37‑yard field goal by Lucas Carneiro to seal the game at 34‑26.
Key Takeaways
- Ole Miss’ offense delivered against one of the nation’s top defenses, totaling 431 yards on Oklahoma.
- The Rebels showed resilience. After losing last week on the road after leading late, they closed this one out — a possible sign of maturation under coach Lane Kiffin.
- Oklahoma’s offense still showed flashes — Robinson’s ground game stood out — but the 16 rushing yards in the first half hampered momentum, and the late turnover proved costly.
- The win bolsters Ole Miss’ playoff credentials while raising serious questions for Oklahoma’s path forward in a brutally difficult schedule.
What’s Next
Ole Miss returns home next week to host a conference opponent, riding high after this signature win. Meanwhile, Oklahoma travels to Tennessee needing to regroup quickly if they want to stay in the mix for major postseason consideration.
Final Word
This game had everything: ranked teams, momentum swings, star performances and late‑game drama. The Rebels proved their place among the nation’s elite by stepping into Norman and walking out with a big win. For the Sooners, it’s back to the drawing board — the season’s biggest tests are still ahead, and they can’t afford many more slip‑ups.
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