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Vanderbilt fan praised for loyalty during Ole Miss defeat

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 12:00 AM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Summary

During Saturday's game against No. 9 Ole Miss at FirstBank Stadium, Vanderbilt fans had high hopes for an upset. However, the Commodores fell behind significantly, trailing 42–3 at halftime. As the crowd thinned in the second half, one dedicated fan remained, earning recognition from announcer Joe Tessitore for his loyalty. The Commodores managed to outscore Ole Miss 14–10 in the final two quarters, resulting in a final score of 52–17. Vanderbilt will face Arkansas next week as both teams seek their first SEC win of the season.

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By the Numbers

•Vanderbilt hosted No. 9 Ole Miss on October 10, 2026.
•The Commodores were down 42–3 at halftime.
•A single fan remained in the stands, earning praise from Joe Tessitore.
•Vanderbilt outscored Ole Miss 14–10 in the second half.
•Next week, Vanderbilt plays Arkansas in search of their first SEC win.

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12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Joe Tessitore salutes lonely, dedicated Vanderbilt fan

What they're saying

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College football can be a cruel game. On Saturday, Vanderbilt fans arrived at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville hoping the Commodores could pull off the upset against the visiting No. 9 Ole Miss Rebels. While Vanderbilt entered the game as 9.5-point underdogs, sometimes magic happens in college football. Could it possibly be one of those special…
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