Ole Miss struggles offensively amid Kewan Lacy's shoulder injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 1:04 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
College SportsOle Miss faced challenges in their offense during a recent 52-28 loss to Florida, exacerbated by the absence of star running back Kewan Lacy, who is sidelined with a shoulder injury. Lacy, who has missed time this season due to injuries, previously had 39 carries for 191 yards and four touchdowns. The Rebels have averaged just 117.5 rushing yards per game, down from 176.3 in 2025. While quarterback Trinidad Chambliss performed well in Lacy's absence, the team struggled to run effectively, reflecting a significant drop in rushing performance. Coach Pete Golding emphasized the team's depth in talent and ability to perform without Lacy, but acknowledged the impact of his absence. As Ole Miss prepares for its next matchup, the team will need to adapt to maintain competitiveness.
- •Kewan Lacy is out with a shoulder injury suffered against LSU.
- •Ole Miss managed only 128 rushing yards against Florida.
- •Trinidad Chambliss has performed well, passing for 360 yards in Lacy's absence.
- •The Rebels rank 118th nationally in rushing yards per game.
- •Sophomore JT Lindsey and junior Makhi Frazier shared rushing duties during Lacy's injury.
- 1:04 AMYahoo Sports — How has Ole Miss' offense changed with Kewan Lacy's injury?
"While Ole Miss’ defense has taken the bulk of the criticism over the first four weeks of the 2026 season, the Rebels’ offense has been a work-in-progress at times as well. An inconsistent running game hasn’t helped matters. Ole Miss was without the services of star running back Kewan Lacy last weekend at Florida, as the junior was out with a shoulder injury he suffered in the third quarter ...
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