Derek Mason has two weeks to prove 2016 was an improvement over 2015. SEC road win over Georgia aside, getting stuck at four wins would provide enough ammunition to mount a serious “Fire Mason” argument this winter.
Fortunately, he’ll have two chances to earn statement wins when Ole Miss and Tennessee visit Dudley Field in November. First up are the Rebels, who have underwhelmed at 5-5 this season, but will need a win either this week or in the Egg Bowl to secure bowl eligibility. Mississippi is coming off a rousing upset win over Texas A&M and will have momentum on its side in its quest for a fourth straight win over the Commodores.