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The Ole Miss Defense Had 2 Weeks to Find an Answer; Vanderbilt Will Tell Us If It Did

Ole Miss is looking to correct significant defensive lapses following a bye week. The team struggled with 62 missed tackles and allowed 302 rushing yards in their previous outing against Florida, prompting a focus on communication and assignment execution among a roster featuring many new transfers.

The upcoming matchup against Vanderbilt serves as a critical test to determine if the coaching staff has successfully addressed these procedural issues. While individual defenders like Suntarine Perkins and Keaton Thomas have proven track records, the unit must now demonstrate collective cohesion on the field.

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