Ole Miss struggles with slow starts heading into Auburn matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 1:01 AM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
College SportsOle Miss has averaged just 5.86 points in the first quarter over seven games this season. The Rebels were shut out in first quarters against Louisville and Florida, and managed only a field goal against Texas, trailing 24-3 at halftime before equalizing later in the game. Coach Pete Golding noted that the team has struggled to execute early, scoring just once on their opening drive this season. Ole Miss will host Auburn on Saturday, with both teams looking to improve their offensive performances.
- •Ole Miss has scored only 41 points in the first quarter this season.
- •The Rebels have punted or turned over on downs on all but one opening possession.
- •Coach Golding emphasizes the importance of early execution in upcoming games.
- •The game against Auburn will take place on October 29, 2026.
- •Auburn has allowed an average of 4.86 points in first quarters this season.
- 1:01 AMYahoo Sports — Why has Ole Miss had slow starts offensively this season?
"OXFORD – For a team averaging 36 points per game, Ole Miss hasn’t had the fastest starts in 2026. The Rebels have scored 41 points in the first quarter through seven games this season, an average of 5.86 points per game. The Rebels were shut out in the first quarters against Louisville and Florida and managed a lone field goal against Texas last weekend en route to a 24-3 halftime deficit. Ole ...
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