Ole Miss reports no serious injuries following 41-38 victory over Louisville
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Ole Miss earned a 41-38 win against Louisville on September 6 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. Several key players left the field during the contest, though coach Pete Golding stated the team avoided long-term setbacks. Running back Kewan Lacy exited in the third quarter with a leg injury, while defensive lineman Kam Franklin and linebacker Keaton Thomas also sustained injuries late in the game. Golding confirmed that all players underwent evaluations with negative X-ray results and characterized the injuries as soft-tissue issues. The Rebels successfully utilized depth players including Connor Howes and Tah'j Butler to maintain their performance during the second half. Ole Miss now prepares to host Charlotte on September 12 before meeting LSU on September 19.
- •Ole Miss defeated Louisville 41-38 in a neutral-site game in Nashville on September 6.
- •Coach Pete Golding confirmed that injured players including Kewan Lacy and Kam Franklin avoided serious issues.
- •Starting linebacker Keaton Thomas exited the game with an ankle injury.
- •Deuce Alexander recorded two touchdown catches and 159 receiving yards before exiting briefly with cramps.
- •The Rebels host Charlotte on September 12.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Ole Miss' Pete Golding gives Kewan Lacy, Kam Franklin injury updates after Louisville win
"Ole Miss football had some stars exit its thrilling game against Louisville, but Pete Golding shared positive news after the game
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