Trinidad Chambliss and the Ole Miss Rebels are gearing up for a highly anticipated College Football Playoff appearance as the No. 6 seed following a stellar 11-1 regular season, their only loss being against the formidable Georgia Bulldogs. The Rebels will host the No. 11 Tulane Green Wave in a first-round matchup, a team they convincingly defeated 45-10 earlier in the season.
The Ole Miss squad is entering the playoffs with a fresh look, having seen head coach Lane Kiffin depart for LSU. The team’s defensive coordinator, Pete Golding, has stepped in as the new permanent head coach. This coaching change marks a significant transition, and the Rebels are eager to capitalize on it as they aim for their first national championship.
Before facing Tulane, Chambliss was recognized with an impressive accolade, being named the SEC Newcomer of the Year. This award highlights his exceptional performance in his first season in the SEC after transferring from Ferris State last offseason. Chambliss has played a crucial role in the Rebels’ success, completing 218 of 333 passes for 3,016 yards, amassing 18 touchdowns against just three interceptions, and achieving an impressive passer rating of 157.6. Additionally, he has rushed for 470 yards and six touchdowns on 118 carries.
Chambliss wasn’t the only Rebel to earn recognition, as he also tied with Alabama’s Ty Simpson for a spot on the All-SEC second team. As the team prepares to face a Tulane defense that allows an average of 22.6 points per game, Chambliss’s leadership will be instrumental.
Kickoff for the Ole Miss-Tulane matchup is set for 3:30 p.m. ET on December 20 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. According to ESPN’s matchup predictor, the Rebels have an 84% chance of securing a victory. The winner of this game will advance to play No. 3 Georgia in the Sugar Bowl on January 1, promising a thrilling continuation of the postseason. The growth and achievements of Trinidad Chambliss highlight a promising future for the Ole Miss Rebels in this playoff season.