Ole Miss vs Mississippi St: A Golden Egg CFB25 Simulation goes to the heavy favorite Rebels
The rivalry between Ole Miss and Mississippi State, known as the “Egg Bowl,” always delivers high stakes and intense action in the SEC. This season’s matchup between the Ole Miss Rebels and the Mississippi State Bulldogs saw the Rebels enter as heavy favorites, and they lived up to the billing in a dominant 38-17 victory.
From the opening whistle, Ole Miss displayed why they were the superior team. Quarterback Jaxson Dart orchestrated a well-balanced offense, combining his strong arm with timely runs to keep the Bulldogs’ defense on its heels. Dart’s accuracy was on full display, hitting key targets like Tre Harris and Caden Prieskorn for multiple crucial completions, including a pair of touchdowns. His performance not only sparked the offense but also allowed Ole Miss to sustain long drives and control the tempo throughout the game.
Mississippi State, on the other hand, struggled to find its rhythm. Under first-year head coach Zach Arnett, the Bulldogs have had their share of growing pains, and this game was no exception. Quarterback Will Rogers, although talented, had difficulty connecting with his receivers as Ole Miss’ defense pressured him relentlessly. The Rebels’ secondary, led by safety Tysheem Johnson, shut down Mississippi State’s passing game, making it difficult for Rogers to establish any consistency. The Bulldogs also struggled to find a running game, as Ole Miss’ front seven, including standout linebacker Troy Brown, disrupted their offensive line and bottled up the run game early.
While Mississippi State managed to score a few times, their drives were often stunted by penalties, missed opportunities, and turnovers. One of the key moments of the game came late in the second quarter when Ole Miss’ defensive line forced a fumble near midfield, which the Rebels quickly capitalized on with a quick touchdown to go up 21-7 at halftime.
In the second half, Ole Miss pulled away further as Dart connected with Harris for another long touchdown pass, putting the game out of reach. Mississippi State did have a late touchdown, but it was little more than a consolation prize as the Rebels coasted to victory.
With this win, Ole Miss solidified its standing in the upper echelons of the SEC and continued to assert its dominance in this heated rivalry. The Rebels’ offense was explosive, their defense impenetrable, and their victory in the Egg Bowl reaffirmed their status as one of the top teams in the conference. For Mississippi State, this loss highlighted the ongoing challenges under a new regime, but they will look to rebuild and regroup for the future.
