Ole Miss’ Pete Golding Turns to Georgia Blueprint as Rebels Prepare Playoff Rematch

Overview

• Golding called Georgia the sport’s benchmark in recent years and outlined recruiting, toughness, discipline, smart staffing, and staying cutting-edge as pillars he wants to emulate.
• Following Lane Kiffin’s departure, he refocused the team on a one-week mindset that carried through a playoff win over Tulane.
• Offensive assistants Charlie Weis Jr., Joe Cox, and George McDonald left for LSU, while John David Baker was promoted to offensive coordinator and John Garrison and Jake Schoonover remained on staff.
• Defensive continuity has been preserved, including retaining line coach Randall Joyner, as players and assistants publicly credit Golding’s leadership for stabilizing the locker room.
• Quarterback outlook remains uncertain with a pending waiver for Trinidad Chambliss and Austin Simmons’ ankle status unresolved, and local reporting suggests Ole Miss would be favored to land transfer Deuce Knight if he enters the portal.