Continuing last week’s preview Ole Miss’ next matchup is against the Vanderbilt Commodores.
Following a coaching change, Vanderbilt had a horrendous season last year. New head coach Derek Mason struggled in his first season: the Commodores went 3-9 and winless in the SEC. Last year the Rebels won 41-3, and it’s safe to expect a similar outcome this season.
Vanderbilt has taken some strides to improve, however, as Mason will be taking over the defensive playcalling duties, and former Wisconsin offensive coordinator Andy Ludwig will be taking over as the Commodores’ new coordinator.
He should be able to improve Vanderbilt’s running game, and will have Ralph Webb to work alongside, who looked like a future star as a freshman last year, carrying the ball 212 times for 907 yards and four touchdowns.