Summary
Pete Golding has become the head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels after Lane Kiffin's departure. Ole Miss will compete in the College Football Playoff (CFP), giving Golding a major opportunity to lead the team. Golding focuses on team preparation, emphasizing that who leads the team onto the field is less important than their readiness and performance.
Key Facts
- Lane Kiffin left Ole Miss to become the head coach of the LSU Tigers.
- Pete Golding is the new head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels football team.
- Ole Miss is participating in the College Football Playoff (CFP).
- Golding canceled his introduction press conference to keep the focus on the team.
- He believes the team's preparation and attitude are more important than who the coach is.
- Ole Miss will face Tulane in their first CFP game on December 20.
- Golding has experience as a defensive coordinator and emphasizes strong preparation.
- Ole Miss is favored to win against Tulane by 16.5 points according to betting odds.