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Rebels Climb to No. 3: Stock Surging in Oxford

A three-spot jump into the top three sends a clear message — Ole Miss isn't just participating this season, they're threatening.

D1Ball StaffThursday, July 16, 2026

The Rebels check in at No. 3, up from No. 6, and frankly, the jump feels earned. At 13-2, Ole Miss has built a résumé that demands respect, and the voters finally seem to be catching up to what the tape has been saying for weeks. This isn't a team drifting upward on vibes — it's a program that has handled its business with consistency and edge.

Trending? Straight up. The Rebels are playing their best football at the right time, and a No. 3 ranking puts them squarely in the conversation nobody can ignore anymore. The only question left: how much higher can they climb?

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