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The University of Mississippi Athletics
Ole Miss
Texas
10/23/2026 | Football
AUSTIN, Texas – The No. 7 Ole Miss Rebels will take on the No. 18 Texas Longhorns at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, on Saturday. Kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m. CT.
We've been previewing the game all week at OleMissSports.com, so be sure to check out our first look and practice report for more information on the contest on and off the field.
Scroll on for our top five storylines between the Rebels and Longhorns, as well as other vital information, including where to watch the game.
#7 Ole Miss vs. #18 Texas
Date: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m. CT
Location: Austin, TX
Site: Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium
Tickets: SOLD OUT- Buy on SeatGeek
What to Wear: Powder
TV: ABC
Live Stream: ESPN App
Radio: Ole Miss Radio Network
Live Audio: OleMissSports.com
Gameday Program: Click Here
Series History
Saturday marks the ninth all-time meeting between Ole Miss and Texas and the first between the two programs as SEC opponents. The Longhorns lead the series 6-2. The matchup will also be a homecoming for 10 Rebels who are returning to their home state of Texas.
Protecting the Quarterback
Ole Miss leads the SEC and ranks 10th nationally in fewest sacks allowed per game at just 0.83. The Rebels' offensive line features Patrick Kutas, Delano Townsend, Terez Davis, Conner Howes and Brycen Sanders.
Punting Power
Ole Miss ranks sixth nationally in net punting, averaging 44.5 yards. Punter Oscar Bird recorded four punts for 172 yards against Missouri, including a long of 50 yards. Bird's season average of 46.8 yards per punt ranks among the best in program history.
Ranked Victories
Ole Miss is the only team in the nation with three victories over opponents ranked in the AP Top 25 at the time of the matchup. The Rebels' ranked wins include LSU, Missouri and Louisville.
Chambliss by the Numbers
Trinidad Chambliss leads all active FBS quarterbacks with 110 career touchdowns, including 67 passing and 43 rushing. Chambliss is also one of just seven active FBS quarterbacks with at least 8,000 career passing yards and 1,000 rushing yards across all levels of college football.
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