Cole Thompson

Joined: Oct 27, 2021

Cole Thompson is a reporter and columnist covering the NFL and college sports for SI's Fan Nation. A 2016 graduate from The University of Alabama, follow him on Twitter @MrColeThompson

Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart speaks to the media at the 2025 NFL combine.

Basketball

The Ole Miss Rebels should be considered a lock for March Madness following their victory over the Oklahoma Sooners.

Feb 22, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Mississippi Rebels forward Malik Dia (0) shoots over Vanderbilt Commodores forward Devin McGlockton (99) during the second half at Memorial Gymnasium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Basketball

Ole Miss Rebels basketball might not miss the NCAA Tournament, but they're on thin ice entering three ranked matchups.

Feb 8, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Chris Beard against the LSU Tigers during the second half at Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Basketball

One legendary coach believes the Ole Miss Rebels leader should be the front man for the Indiana job.

Nov 9, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin reacts near the end of the game during the second half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Football

The Ole Miss Rebels could be in the hunt for an automatic qualifying bid in the College Football Playoff starting in 2026.

Feb 15, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels guard Sean Pedulla (3) handles the ball as Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Dellquan Warren (6) defends during the second half at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Basketball

The Ole Miss Rebels remain a key player in the latest rankings from CBS Sports.

Sep 28, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels defensive linemen Walter Nolen (2) waits for the snap during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Football

Trey Amos and Walter Nolen could be the next Ole Miss Rebels to come off the board in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Ole Miss Campbell Smithwick vs. Iowa at Oxford-University Stadium in Oxford, Miss. on Saturday, March 2, 2024. Ole Miss won 12-5.

Baseball

Ole Miss Rebels catcher Campbell Smithwick is ready to take control of the locker room in 2025.

Nov 23, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Mississippi Rebels defensive tackle Walter Nolen (2) sacks Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Football

The Ole Miss Rebels have several players listed as top-tier talents in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Sep 9, 2023; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks tight end Luke Hasz (9) runs after a catch during the fourth quarter against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Arkansas won 28-6. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Football

Four Ole Miss Rebels made the list for the top 25 transfers of the 2025 offseason.

Jun 26, 2022; Omaha, NE, USA; Ole Miss pitcher Hunter Elliott (26) pitches during the first inning against the Oklahoma Sooners at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Baseball

Ole Miss has a star in the SEC with Hunter Elliott's return to the mound.

Jan 29, 2025; Mobile, AL, USA; American team quarterback Jaxson Dart of Ole Miss (2) throws the ball during Senior Bowl practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Football

Ole Miss Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart and defensive tackle Walter Nolen have earned high praise from NFL Network.

Oct 26, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels linebacker Chris Paul Jr. (11) waits for the snap during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Football

A handful of former Ole Mis Rebels will take the stage on Thursday night out in Arlington.

Cole Thompson

Joined: Oct 27, 2021

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Basketball

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Basketball

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Football

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Basketball

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Football

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Baseball

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Football

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