Overview
- Reports say Thomas returns to Oxford to oversee the Rebels’ front office after his recent stint leading football administration at LSU.
- LSU did not retain Thomas earlier this month, and Newsweek notes Billy Glasscock is taking over similar duties in Baton Rouge.
- Thomas previously worked at Ole Miss in 2022–23 as football chief of staff and sports administrator.
- Following Lane Kiffin’s departure to LSU, Ole Miss elevated defensive coordinator Pete Golding to head coach and began retooling its staff, including hiring Kelvin Bolden for recruiting strategy.
- Some coverage notes the hire may be viewed through a rivalry lens, but reporting characterizes that interpretation as unlikely.