The No. 6 Ole Miss Rebels kick off their football season against the Furman Paladins, missing key wide receiver Jordan Watkins due to injury, while Juice Wells is set to start. Sophomore Cayden Lee is expected to fill in for Watkins as the Rebels aim to secure a decisive victory, being favored by 42.5 points. The game, part of Ole Miss's four nonconference matches before SEC play, marks the team's return to the top 10 rankings for the first time since 1970. Ole Miss's head coach Lane Kiffin, who has a strong record, will rely on a balanced offensive approach, with the running game highlighted in recent simulations. Fans are excited for the game, with pregame activities scheduled throughout the day leading up to kickoff at 6 p.m. Live updates will be available during the match at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.