SHOCKER: Ole Miss Playoff Journey—Can Pete Golding and the Rebels DELIVER Against Georgia?
SHOCKER: Ole Miss Playoff Journey—Can Pete Golding and the Rebels DELIVER Against Georgia?  
Podcast: Locked On Ole Miss - Daily podcast on Ole Miss Rebels Football, Basketball & Baseball
Published On: Thu Dec 25 2025
Description: Ole Miss eyes its biggest Sugar Bowl yet and a statement-making College Football Playoff debut against Tulane. With a new coaching staff led by Pete Golding, the Rebels seek to shift away from the Lane Kiffin era and forge a resilient team identity. Steven Willis and Bill Flowers examine how Ole Miss can capitalize on its strengths in the trenches, the impact of Louisiana recruiting with the addition of Frank Wilson, and which Rebel players could break out under a new regime.Will Ole Miss’ physicality and revamped staff give them the edge, or can Tulane keep it close? The episode explores lineup shakeups, the significance of Pete Golding’s open-book strategy, and high stakes for players eager to seize playoff opportunities. With the Rebels primed for a storybook path, this playoff battle could be the turning point in Oxford’s football legacy. Ole Miss, Ole Miss Rebels, Tulane, Tulane Green Wave, Ole Miss football, College Football Playoff, Sugar Bowl, Georgia Bulldogs, Lane Kiffin, Pete Golding, Frank Wilson, Caleb Odom, Luke Haas, Jam Brown, Logan Diggs, Damien Taylor, Caleb Cunningham, Aiden Williams, Ulysses Bentley, playoff football, college football news, college football analysis, Ole Miss podcast, Tulane vs Ole Miss, SEC football  Episode Timestamps0:00 - Ole Miss vs. Tulane PreviewSteven Willis and Bill Flowers break down the upcoming College Football Playoff matchup between Ole Miss and Tulane, discuss point spreads, and the significance of the Sugar Bowl opportunity.10:14 - Pete Golding Era & Recruiting ShakeupThe conversation shifts to Pete Golding’s arrival, changes in program openness, assembling a top-tier staff, the importance of high school vs. portal recruiting, and Ole Miss’s strategy in Louisiana and Mississippi.17:55 - Game Predictions & AtmosphereFinal thoughts on Ole Miss’s preparation, potential outcomes against Tulane, fan energy, and the special atmosphere surrounding this historic playoff game. Personal notes from Bill Flowers about attending the game and plans for the Sugar Bowl. WANT MORE OLE MISS SPORTS CONTENT?  JOIN THE EVERYDAYERS CLUBhttps://lockedonolemiss.supercast.com/Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Omaha SteaksSave big on unforgettable gifts with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://OmahaSteaks.com for 50% off site-wide and an extra 20% off select favorites during their Cyber Sale. And for an additional $35 off, use promo code COLLEGE at checkout. RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time. Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time. Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready. Aura FramesFor a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code COLLEGE at checkout.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.