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Football vs. Tulane: What to Watch
9/19/2025 | Football
OXFORD, Miss. – The No. 11 Ole Miss football team hosts Tulane for what could be its toughest non-conference test this season.
We've been previewing the game all week at OleMissSports.com, so be sure to check out our first look, practice report and fan primer for more information on the contest on and off the field.
Scroll on for our top five storylines between the Rebels and Green Wave, as well as other vital info, including where to watch the game.
How to Watch: Ole Miss vs. Tulane
Date: Saturday, September 20
Time: 2:30 p.m. CT
Location: Oxford, Mississippi
Site: Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
Tickets: OleMissTix.com
Gameday Info: OleMissGameday.com
What to Wear: Red
TV: ESPN
Live Stream: ESPN App
Live Stats: Click Here
Radio: Ole Miss Radio Network
Live Audio: OleMissSports.com
Gameday Program: Click Here
Sumrall's Return
Former Ole Miss linebackers coach Jon Sumrall returns to Vaught-Hemingway Stadium this weekend. After leading the Rebel linebacker corps in 2018, he went on to Kentucky before taking Troy to a 23-4 record over two seasons in his first head coaching job. Sumrall came to Tulane last year, and the Green Wave finished 9-5 in his first season, a third straight nine-win campaign after going 12-2 in 2022 and 11-3 in 2023.
Who's Behind Center?
Head coach Lane Kiffin told the media on Monday that he expects Austin Simmons to be able to play and to start at quarterback. Simmons tweaked an ankle and was limited in action last weekend against Arkansas, which set the stage for a phenomenal debut by Trinidad Chambliss. Whichever QB goes could dictate the direction of the Ole Miss offense, but both have put forth winning performances this season.
Jake the Snake
Jake Retzlaff went from BYU to the bayou, and the Tulane quarterback has been outstanding through three weeks of action. He is No. 3 in the nation in rushing among quarterbacks with 288 yards. He's also first among quarterbacks and tied for second overall with six rushing touchdowns. He's been effective through the air as well, throwing for 522 yards with no interceptions. Reeling in Retzlaff will be key for the Rebel defense.
Where's the Wave?
Tulane has opened its season with not one but two Power 4 wins over Northwestern and Duke, yet the Green Wave still haven't earned much respect in the polls. They're receiving votes, coming in at No. 32 in the AP poll and No. 30 in the coaches' poll. A win in Oxford would certainly vault them into the Top 25.
Keep it 100
Harrison Wallace III started his Ole Miss career with back-to-back 100-yard games, and it looked like the Penn State transfer would make it a trifecta against Arkansas but fell just shy at 92 yards on six catches with one score. Wallace is No. 4 nationally and No. 3 in the SEC in receiving at 113.0 yards per game. Will he get back over the century mark this week?
Stay Connected
Stay up to date with all the latest Ole Miss football news and content! Subscribe to The Sip, the official newsletter of Rebel football, and we'll drop the best Ole Miss football stories, videos and social media content to your inbox each week.
Update today to the all-new version of the Ole Miss Sports app, presented by Renasant Bank! The new app will serve as a dynamic hub for Rebel gameday content, including ticketing, parking, schedules, shopping for official Ole Miss merchandise and much more. Click here for more info or to download.
We've been previewing the game all week at OleMissSports.com, so be sure to check out our first look, practice report and fan primer for more information on the contest on and off the field.
Scroll on for our top five storylines between the Rebels and Green Wave, as well as other vital info, including where to watch the game.
How to Watch: Ole Miss vs. Tulane
Date: Saturday, September 20
Time: 2:30 p.m. CT
Location: Oxford, Mississippi
Site: Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
Tickets: OleMissTix.com
Gameday Info: OleMissGameday.com
What to Wear: Red
TV: ESPN
Live Stream: ESPN App
Live Stats: Click Here
Radio: Ole Miss Radio Network
Live Audio: OleMissSports.com
Gameday Program: Click Here
Sumrall's Return
Former Ole Miss linebackers coach Jon Sumrall returns to Vaught-Hemingway Stadium this weekend. After leading the Rebel linebacker corps in 2018, he went on to Kentucky before taking Troy to a 23-4 record over two seasons in his first head coaching job. Sumrall came to Tulane last year, and the Green Wave finished 9-5 in his first season, a third straight nine-win campaign after going 12-2 in 2022 and 11-3 in 2023.
Who's Behind Center?
Head coach Lane Kiffin told the media on Monday that he expects Austin Simmons to be able to play and to start at quarterback. Simmons tweaked an ankle and was limited in action last weekend against Arkansas, which set the stage for a phenomenal debut by Trinidad Chambliss. Whichever QB goes could dictate the direction of the Ole Miss offense, but both have put forth winning performances this season.
Jake the Snake
Jake Retzlaff went from BYU to the bayou, and the Tulane quarterback has been outstanding through three weeks of action. He is No. 3 in the nation in rushing among quarterbacks with 288 yards. He's also first among quarterbacks and tied for second overall with six rushing touchdowns. He's been effective through the air as well, throwing for 522 yards with no interceptions. Reeling in Retzlaff will be key for the Rebel defense.
Where's the Wave?
Tulane has opened its season with not one but two Power 4 wins over Northwestern and Duke, yet the Green Wave still haven't earned much respect in the polls. They're receiving votes, coming in at No. 32 in the AP poll and No. 30 in the coaches' poll. A win in Oxford would certainly vault them into the Top 25.
Keep it 100
Harrison Wallace III started his Ole Miss career with back-to-back 100-yard games, and it looked like the Penn State transfer would make it a trifecta against Arkansas but fell just shy at 92 yards on six catches with one score. Wallace is No. 4 nationally and No. 3 in the SEC in receiving at 113.0 yards per game. Will he get back over the century mark this week?
Stay Connected
Stay up to date with all the latest Ole Miss football news and content! Subscribe to The Sip, the official newsletter of Rebel football, and we'll drop the best Ole Miss football stories, videos and social media content to your inbox each week.
Update today to the all-new version of the Ole Miss Sports app, presented by Renasant Bank! The new app will serve as a dynamic hub for Rebel gameday content, including ticketing, parking, schedules, shopping for official Ole Miss merchandise and much more. Click here for more info or to download.
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