At a Glance
- Ole Miss wins 39-34 over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.
- Chambliss throws 362 yards, two touchdowns.
- Safety on final kickoff and onside kick recovery secure victory.
- Why it matters: The Rebels move into the CFP semifinals, while Georgia falls after a bye.
In a dramatic Sugar Bowl quarterfinal, Ole Miss overcame a 34-24 deficit to defeat Georgia 39-34, thanks to a last-second field goal and a safety on the final kickoff.
Game Summary
The Rebels trailed 34-24 with 9:02 left but rallied, culminating in a 47-yard field goal by Lucas Carneiro with six seconds remaining. A safety on the final kickoff, when Georgia’s return team attempted a cross-field lateral that hit the pylon, gave Ole Miss a 6-point cushion.
- 362 passing yards and two touchdowns from Trinidad Chambliss.
- 156 receiving yards and a touchdown from Harrison Wallace III.
- 98 rushing yards and two touchdowns from Kewan Lacy.
Key Performances
Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss completed 25 of 31 passes for 362 yards and two touchdowns, including a 40-yard strike to De’Zhaun Stribling. Harrison Wallace III had 156 yards and a touchdown, while Kewan Lacy rushed for 98 yards and two scores.
| Player | Role | Yards | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinidad Chambliss | QB | 362 | 2 |
| Harrison Wallace III | WR | 156 | 1 |
| Kewan Lacy | RB | 98 | 2 |
| De’Zhaun Stribling | WR | 122 | 0 |
Rebels outgained Georgia 473 to 343.
Next Games
Ole Miss will face 10-seed Miami in the Fiesta Bowl semifinal, while Georgia will open the 2026 season at home against Tennessee State.
Key Takeaways
- Ole Miss advances to CFP semifinals after a dramatic comeback.
- Safety on the final kickoff sealed the win.
- Chambliss’ 362 passing yards were pivotal.
The Rebels’ comeback and defensive play on the final kickoff cemented their place in the CFP semifinals, marking a new chapter under head coach Pete Golding.
By Aiden V. Crossfield for News Of Austin
