🏈 Buckle up, Rebel fans! The Locked On Ole Miss podcast, hosted by Steven Willis, serves up a piping hot plate of Ole Miss football analysis!

Key takeaways:

• Recruiting success catapults Ole Miss into the "great" category

• Offensive line concerns balanced by a potent running back committee

• Defensive backfield overhaul aims to shore up last season's weaknesses

• Austin Simmons: The quarterback who could redefine Ole Miss' offensive identity

Steven and guest Brian Smith dissect the Rebels' roster, from Craig Tutt and NASCAR McCoy to the dynamic duo of Anthony Davis and Izayia Williams. 🏃‍♂️ Will the trio of Kewan Lacey, Logan Diggs, and Damien Taylor each surpass 600 rushing yards this season?

Defensive guru Pete Golding's influence looms large as Jaylon Braxton shifts to free safety. Can Ricky Fletcher or Chris Graves lock down the crucial cornerback spot in SEC play?

The spotlight shines on Austin Simmons, with Steven predicting a 55-45 run-pass split. Could Simmons eclipse 3,200 passing yards in Lane Kiffin's evolving offense? 🎯

Don't miss out on the sack race predictions! While Cedric Johnson leads the pack, keep an eye on dark horse DJ Holmes as a potential pass-rushing specialist.

Packed with insider insights and bold predictions, this episode is a must-listen for every Ole Miss fan gearing up for an electrifying season! 🔥

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Keywords: Ole Miss Rebels, Lane Kiffin, Austin Simmons, Pete Golding, SEC Football, Ole Miss recruiting, Cedric Johnson, Steven Willis, Locked On Ole Miss, college football predictions

0:00 Intro: Ole Miss football preview and predictions

5:38 Defensive backs to watch for Ole Miss

11:49 Transfer portal impact on Ole Miss' title chances

15:19 Austin Simmons passing yards prediction

18:52 Ole Miss offense scoring potential

23:31 Projecting Ole Miss' big play passing game

26:44 Austin Simmons' rushing expectations for 2025

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