Ole Miss Dominates Tulane in Playoff Matchup, Securing Victory 41-10
Ole Miss Dominates Tulane in Playoff Matchup, Securing Victory 41-10
Game Result Overview
The Ole Miss Rebels decisively defeated the Tulane Green Wave in a playoff matchup, with a final score of 41-10. Ole Miss showcased a strong offensive performance, while their defense consistently stifled Tulane's efforts. The game was a dominant display by the Rebels, who controlled the tempo and capitalized on key opportunities.
Key Individual Performances
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss led the passing attack, completing 23 of 29 passes for 282 yards and one touchdown. Teammate Austin Simmons added 64 passing yards on a near-perfect 4 of 5 completion rate. On the ground, Kewan Lacy powered the Rebels' rushing game with 87 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries. Logan Diggs also contributed a rushing touchdown. Deuce Alexander, De'Zhaun Stribling, and Dae'Quan Wright were the leading receivers for Ole Miss, racking up 87, 79, and 64 receiving yards, respectively. Stribling also caught a touchdown pass.
For Tulane, quarterback Jake Retzlaff threw for 306 yards, completing 20 of 35 passes with one touchdown. Jamauri McClure led the Green Wave's rushing attack with 84 yards on 15 carries. Shazz Preston was Retzlaff's primary target, catching five passes for 125 yards. Anthony Brown and Omari Hayes also contributed significantly in the receiving game with 57 and 52 receiving yards, respectively.
Defensively, the game saw several players make an impact. William Echoles and TJ Dottery led the Rebels with six tackles each. For Tulane, Kevin Adams recorded eight tackles. Bailey Despanie, Sam Howard, and Jack Tchienchou each contributed six tackles for the Green Wave.
Turning Points
Ole Miss established their dominance early. In the 1st quarter, Tulane's offense struggled to get going, as a sack of Trinidad Chambliss for a loss of seven yards stalled a drive. The Rebels’ defense put pressure on Tulane's quarterback Jake Retzlaff throughout the game.
In the 2nd quarter, Ole Miss's defense continued to shine. A fumble by Austin Simmons, after being sacked for an eight-yard loss, was recovered by Tulane's E. Nairne. Tulane's offense, however, also faced setbacks. A 39-yard field goal by P. Durkin gave the Rebels the lead. Ole Miss extended their lead with a 42-yard field goal by L. Carneiro.
The 3rd quarter saw Ole Miss continuing to build their lead. L. Carneiro successfully converted a 48-yard field goal attempt.
In the 4th quarter, Tulane's offense showed signs of life, with a 40-yard completion from Jake Retzlaff to Shazz Preston, but it was not enough to overcome the Rebels' lead. Tulane's offense struggled, with a five-yard loss on a rush by Retzlaff. Retzlaff was also sacked for a seven-yard loss. The plays highlighted the struggles of the Green Wave's offense.
Looking Ahead
Ole Miss's convincing victory sets a positive tone for their playoff run. Their balanced offensive attack, led by Chambliss and Lacy, combined with a strong defensive showing, will be crucial as they advance. Tulane, despite the loss, showed moments of offensive potential, particularly through Retzlaff and Preston. They will need to address the turnovers and defensive vulnerabilities to improve in future matchups.