Hold onto your seats, because this Tulane vs. Ole Miss matchup is heating up faster than a Mississippi summer! But here's where it gets controversial: Is this game as one-sided as the score suggests, or is Tulane's early dominance in yardage and first downs a sign of a potential comeback? As of now, No. 6 Ole Miss leads No. 11 Tulane 14-3 in the second quarter of this high-stakes College Football Playoff game. The winner? They’ll face No. 3 Georgia in the Sugar Bowl on New Year’s Day—talk about pressure! And this is the part most people miss: Despite trailing, Tulane has actually outgained Ole Miss 155-141 in total yards and secured more first downs (6 to 5) by the end of the first quarter. Could this be the underdog story we’re all craving? Or will Ole Miss’s explosive start, fueled by Trinidad Chambliss’s untouched touchdown run and Kewan Lacy’s 30-yard sprint, prove too much to overcome? Bold prediction: Tulane’s Patrick Durkin hitting that 39-yard field goal might just be the spark they need to shift momentum. But let’s not forget—Ole Miss’s defense has been ruthless, snuffing out drives with interceptions and horsecollar penalties. Controversial question: Is Ole Miss’s early success a testament to their talent, or is Tulane beating themselves with costly mistakes? Tune in live on TNT, truTV, or HBO Max to catch every play, and let us know your thoughts at live@theathletic.com. Final thought-provoking question: Can Tulane turn this around, or is Ole Miss destined for the Sugar Bowl? Share your take in the comments—we’re all ears!
