Oxford increases police presence ahead of Ole Miss-LSU showdown

Oxford, Mississippi, is upping its police presence for the upcoming Ole Miss versus LSU football game on Saturday. Additional units from Mobile, Alabama, and New Orleans will assist local officers, primarily using mounted patrols during the event. Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding encouraged fans to create an electric atmosphere while remaining respectful. The matchup marks a significant rivalry as both teams are ranked in the top 10 for the first time since 1962, with Lane Kiffin facing his former program. Kiffin suggested the attention towards him could relieve pressure from his players, allowing them to focus on the game.

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