Let's face it, the Ole Miss Rebels' defensive line is yet to hit its stride. More importantly, Coach Lane Kiffin knows it is far from what his defense used to be in 2024, one of the finest and most formidable in the SEC.
Kiffin's squad returning only four starters from the previous season makes it justifiable, but it isn't going to win games. Neither will pessimism or complaints about their visible struggle with stopping the run game.
This is why the Ole Miss head coach is instead focusing on fixing his D-line the best they can, heading into their bye week.