Welcome to Locked on Ole Miss with Steven Willis! 🏈 Lane Kiffin's surprising optimism about the defensive line has Rebel fans buzzing. Could this be the key to a playoff run?

🔥 Defensive dominance: Kiffin believes this year's D-line could match last season's elite unit. Homegrown talents like Kam Franklin and Zxavian Harris are ready to shine under Pete Golding's system.

⏰ Early season urgency: Ole Miss must hit the ground running against Georgia State. With tough SEC matchups looming, a strong start is crucial for playoff aspirations.

🚑 Injury updates: Offensive line and tight end setbacks challenge Kiffin's goal to boost the run game. PJ Wilkins returns, but Luke Hasz and Caleb Odom's timelines remain uncertain.

🏃‍♂️ Backfield creativity: Jaxson Dart and Austin Simmons bring different styles to the QB position. Could we see Simmons and Trinidad Chambliss in the backfield together?

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Keywords: Ole Miss Rebels, Lane Kiffin, Pete Golding, Jaxson Dart, Austin Simmons, SEC Football, College Football Playoff, Georgia State Panthers, Ole Miss Defense, Steven Willis, Locked on Ole Miss

0:00 Lane Kiffin's alarming press conference statement

3:34 Ole Miss defensive line comparison to last year

8:38 Ole Miss performance after Georgia State game

15:17 Running game and offensive line concerns

24:31 Lane Kiffin's goal to improve the run game

Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss football, Georgia State, SEC, Pete Golding, Austin Simmons, Jaxson Dart, defensive line, Kam Franklin, Xavon Harris, Kentucky, Arkansas, playoff contention, Kewan Lacy, tight end injuries, Daquan Wright, Luke Hasz, TJ Banks, Caleb Odom, Trace Brockler, running backs, offensive strategy, SEC Network, Locked On Ole Miss

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