Ole Miss is No. 1 in Playoff Predictor ahead of tough SEC stretch

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Ole Miss is No. 1 in Playoff Predictor ahead of tough SEC stretch
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Ole Miss is ranked No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports Playoff Predictor as of September 21, 2026. The team currently has a 3-0 record, bolstered by wins over Louisville and LSU. However, challenges lie ahead with upcoming games against formidable SEC opponents, including Florida, Vanderbilt, Missouri, Texas, and Georgia. Next, Ole Miss will face Florida in a highly anticipated match-up.

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  • Ole Miss is 3-0, with two impressive wins against Louisville and LSU.
  • Upcoming games include matches against Florida and unbeaten Vanderbilt.
  • Five challenging SEC opponents are on the horizon, including Texas and Georgia.
  • The SEC is pulling away in the Playoff Predictor with strong performances against power conference teams.
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  • 8:40 AMYahoo SportsOle Miss is No. 1 in the Playoff Predictor, but survival won't be easy
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Ole Miss sits atop USA TODAY Sports Playoff Predictor, but a brutal SEC stretch featuring Florida, Vanderbilt, Missouri, Texas and Georgia looms ahead

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