Ole Miss Sees Notable Position in Latest SP+ Rankings Update: Where the Rebels and Their 2024 Opponents Stand
In the latest SP+ rankings update by ESPN’s Bill Connelly, Ole Miss continues to position itself as a formidable contender in the 2024 college football season. The Rebels check in at No. 10 nationally, holding steady as one of the top teams in the SEC and a legitimate College Football Playoff hopeful.
The SP+ system, which evaluates teams based on efficiency, explosiveness, and opponent-adjusted metrics, paints a strong picture of what Lane Kiffin has built in Oxford. With quarterback Jaxson Dart returning, a deep stable of playmakers, and defensive reinforcements from the portal, Ole Miss is viewed as a balanced, high-ceiling squad.
But how do the Rebels stack up against the competition on their 2024 slate? Here’s a look at how Ole Miss’ regular season opponents fare in the updated SP+ rankings:
LSU (No. 7): Brian Kelly’s Tigers are the highest-ranked opponent on the Rebels’ schedule. Despite key departures, their talent level remains elite, setting the stage for a marquee SEC West showdown.
Georgia (No. 2): The Bulldogs continue to dominate SP+ projections with an overwhelming combination of depth and coaching. Their November matchup with Ole Miss could carry major playoff implications.
Oklahoma (No. 15): The Sooners begin their SEC journey with plenty to prove. SP+ sees Brent Venables’ team as a top-tier group, albeit a notch below the league’s elite.
Florida (No. 27): The Gators are trending upward slightly but still viewed as inconsistent. The Rebels will be favored when they clash in Gainesville.
South Carolina (No. 35): Shane Beamer’s Gamecocks remain a competitive mid-tier SEC team. Ole Miss can’t afford to overlook them.
Arkansas (No. 40): The Razorbacks, who have struggled with consistency, find themselves in the lower half of the rankings.
Mississippi State (No. 45): The Egg Bowl is always emotional, but SP+ sees the Bulldogs as clear underdogs this year.
Wake Forest (No. 58), Georgia Southern (No. 84), Furman (FCS): These non-conference matchups provide Ole Miss with early tune-ups, all ranked well below the Rebels.
With five opponents ranked in the SP+ top 40, including two in the top 10, Ole Miss faces a challenging but manageable path. If the Rebels can hold serve in their toughest matchups, the numbers suggest a playoff run isn’t just possible—it’s within reach.
