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Cole Thompson

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

Sep 7, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Ayden Williams (1) runs after a catch during the second half at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

Former Ole Miss WR Ayden Williams Transfers To 'Enemy' In Mississippi State

Former Ole Miss Rebels wide receiver Ayden Williams is staying in-state for his next adventure.

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Jul 3, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Houston Astros infielder Grae Kessinger (16) during batting practice prior to the game against the Houston Astros at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Gerry Angus-Imagn Images
Baseball

Former Ole Miss INF Traded To Arizona Diamondbacks

Infielder Grae Kessinger of the Ole Miss Rebels is headed out of Houston.

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Jan 4, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels guard Matthew Murrell (11) reacts after a dunk during the second half against the Georgia Bulldogs at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Basketball

Ole Miss Basketball Remains in AP Top 25 For Week 10

The Ole Miss Rebels aren't moving outside the AP Top 25 following a win over Georgia.

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Jan 2, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin is givent the Gator Bowl trophy after beating the Duke Blue Devils at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Football

Make A Statement! Lane Kiffin Confident Ole Miss Is 'Just Getting Started'

The Ole Miss Rebels wanted to make one last statement in 2024 before the season ended.

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Jan 2, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) is given the MVP award after beating tubes Duke Blue Devils in the Gator Bowl at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Football

One More Ride? Lane Kiffin Jokes For QB Jaxson Dart To Return To Ole Miss

Lane Kiffin would love for Jaxson Dart to return to the Ole Miss Rebels one final time before going pro.

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Nov 9, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Trevor Etienne (1) runs the ball as Mississippi Rebels linebacker TJ Dottery (6) makes the tackle during the first half at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

TJ Dottery Ready For One Last Ole Miss Dominant Performance In 2024

The Ole Miss Rebels star wants to make his presence felt against Duke for the final time in 2024.

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Nov 2, 2024; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Ole Miss Rebels helmet during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mississippi won 63-31. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
Football

Ole Miss Offensive Assistant Cam Aiken Hired For FCS OC Opening

Ole Miss Rebels offensive assistant Cam Aiken is getting promoted with a new program.

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Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Tulane Green Wave running back Makhi Hughes (21) runs with the ball as Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Samuel Omosigho (24) defends during the first half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Football

Ole Miss Reportedly Linked To Top Transfer Portal RB

Tulane’s Makhi Hughes should be on the Ole Miss Rebels' radar.

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Nov 30, 2024; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Deuce Alexander (81) makes a catch defended by Duke Blue Devils safety Jaylen Stinson (2) during the second half at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
Football

'The Deuce is Loose!' Wake Forest WR Commits to Ole Miss

The Ole Miss Rebels are bringing a bit of Wake Forest to Oxford after all in 2025.

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Virginia quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) looks for an open receiver during a NCAA college football game against Notre Dame at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in South Bend.
Football

Ole Miss Hosting Top ACC Transfer, Former Virginia QB Anthony Colandrea

The Ole Miss Rebels could bring in another passer with the departure of Jaxson Dart.

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Sep 21, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels offensive linemen Micah Pettus (57) and Julius Buelow (52) line up before the snap during the first half against the Georgia Southern Eagles at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

Ole Miss Starting OT Micah Pettus Enters Transfer Portal

The Ole Miss Rebels must replace a starting offensive tackle for the 2025 season.

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Oct 7, 2023; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks offensive linemen Patrick Kutas (75) and Arkansas Razorbacks offensive linemen Joshua Braun (78) block during the second half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Football

A New Razorback Rebel! Ole Miss Lands Arkansas Offensive Lineman Patrick Kutas

Patrick Kutas is the newest member of the Ole Miss Rebels for 2025.

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