Ole Miss defeated MSU on Friday in the Egg Bowl

Story from Ole Miss Athletics:
OXFORD, Miss. – One of college football’s most heated rivalries delivered a competitive contest as No. 14 Ole Miss football withstood a strong start by Mississippi State in a 26-14 victory at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in the annual Egg Bowl.

The Bulldogs (2-10, 0-8) came out inspired in search of their first SEC win, taking a 14-10 lead through the first quarter, but the Rebels (9-3, 5-3) didn’t allow a point the rest of the way to win the Battle for the Golden Egg for the second straight year and fourth time in five seasons under head coach Lane Kiffin.

It was a defensive battle on a cold evening as Ole Miss outgained its in-state rival 397-330, the Rebels dominating on the ground with a 254-39 advantage. Ole Miss forced three MSU turnovers, including interceptions on the first drive of each half and limited the Bulldogs to 1.3 yards per rush in the victory.

Offensive Leaders
Jaxson Dart became Ole Miss’ all-time passing yardage leader, surpassing Eli Manning’s career mark, going 14-for-24 for 143 yards with one touchdown, adding 77 yards on the ground. Ulysses Bentley IV sparked the Rebel offense with 136 yards on 20 carries, including an electrifying 89-yard touchdown run. Caden Prieskorn led the receiving efforts with 53 yards and a score on four catches.

Defensive Leaders
Walter Nolen had another monster game for the Rebels, leading the way with eight tackles, including 3.5 for a loss and 1.5 sacks. Chris Paul Jr. was phenomenal as well with six tackles, a sack and an interception. Trey Washington notched the other interception, in addition to five tackles and a key pass breakup in the end zone. JJ Pegues had six tackles, including 1.5 for a loss and a shared sack, as well as a touchdown run.