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Pete Golding discusses Austin Simmons as Missouri QB faces Ole Miss

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Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Pete Golding discusses Austin Simmons as Missouri QB faces Ole Miss
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Ole Miss coach Pete Golding acknowledges the challenge of facing former Rebels quarterback Austin Simmons on October 17. Simmons, who is having a breakout season with Missouri, has thrown for 1,434 yards and 14 touchdowns this season, leading the team to a 5-1 record. Golding expressed familiarity with Simmons' abilities and noted it can be daunting to prepare against a player with such talent. Simmons transferred to Missouri after a brief starting tenure at Ole Miss, where he lost the starting position due to injury. The matchup features both teams ranked within the top 15 of the Coaches Poll.

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  • •Simmons has 14 touchdowns and one interception this season at Missouri.
  • •Golding described Simmons as 'scary' due to his past at Ole Miss.
  • •Missouri is ranked No. 13 and Ole Miss is No. 10 in the Coaches Poll.
  • •Simmons transferred after losing the starting role to Trinidad Chambliss at Ole Miss.
  • •Both teams are 2-1 in SEC play ahead of their matchup.
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  • 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Pete Golding knows Austin Simmons is 'scary' as Missouri QB returns to Ole Miss
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Pete Golding says it's 'scary' having prior context of Austin Simmons' breakout at Missouri. Here's what to know of the former Ole Miss quarterback:

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