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The Florida Loss Could Force Ole Miss to Rethink Its Defensive Personnel

Following a heavy 52-28 defeat in Gainesville, Ole Miss faces mounting questions regarding its defensive unit, which surrendered its highest point total since 2020. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss provided a strong individual effort by accumulating 298 passing yards and one touchdown alongside 44 rushing yards and two scores, yet the offense struggled to establish a ground attack without Kewan Lacy.

Defensive coordinator Pete Golding must now address significant shortcomings in the front seven, particularly concerning linebackers Keaton Thomas and Luke Ferrelli, with potential lineup changes that could elevate players like Tah'j Butler. The Rebels will seek redemption against Vanderbilt in Nashville when they face freshman quarterback Jared Curtis.

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