Ole Miss released its injury report on Wednesday, which the team must do before every conference game per new SEC rules. Twelve players were listed as questionable, the majority of whom were key players on both sides of the ball.
The Rebels must release further reports by 8 p.m. EST on Thursday and Friday, so we will see which players are still questionable. It's likely most, if not all, will feature, but there is also a chance some may not, which could be a problem for head coach Lane Kiffin.
Are there any significant concerns regarding questionable players?
Alongside the twelve players listed as questionable, offensive lineman Jayden Williams was listed as doubtful. In contrast, WR Cayden Lee, CB Trey Amos, and CB Brandon Turnage were all probable. The Rebels already have seven players out. However, the ones listed as questionable are of more significant concern as they are starters.
Ole Miss updated injury report for its game against South Carolina on Saturday.
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Princely Umanmielen, Tre Harris, and JJ Pegues are some of the key players with the questionable tag, but I wouldn't be too worried right now. I will be worried when the injury report is released on Saturday, around two hours before kick-off.
Some are questioning if it's mind games from Lane Kiffin. I just believe that after a very physical game against Kentucky, several players are carrying injuries. It's not unusual for players to be eased through practice sessions to avoid setbacks before game day. I believe that is what most of the issues are.
If any of these players are ruled out before Saturday, it does give Lane Kiffin selection headaches, with backups having to step up. Again, that is normal, but in such a vital game, whoever takes the field needs to play at a high level.
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