Ole Miss faces a pivotal moment as Pete Golding steps in as head coach and prepares to name a new offensive coordinator ahead of the College Football Playoff. With Charlie Weiss Jr. departing for LSU and Lane Kiffin’s dramatic exit, all eyes turn to Joe Judge—former New York Giants head coach and Belichick alum—for continuity and a potential tryout as the Rebels’ play caller. Can Judge keep Austin Simmons and Trinidad Chambliss locked in and the offense firing on all cylinders?

Steven Willis breaks down Golding’s options, spotlighting candidates like John David Baker and Buster Faulkner for their fit with Ole Miss’s uptempo system. Key topics include the importance of maintaining offensive structure, targeting Ron Roberts to fortify the defense, and the urgency of hires at wide receiver and tight end. With playoff hopes on the line and massive staff changes looming, will Golding find the right formula for long-term success in Oxford?

Ole Miss, Ole Miss Rebels, Pete Golding, Ole Miss football, Ole Miss podcast, College Football Playoff, Ole Miss news, Ole Miss rumors, Joe Judge, Lane Kiffin, Charlie Weiss Jr, Trinidad Chambliss, Austin Simmons, Kewan Lacey, Ole Miss coaching search, SEC football, Locked On Ole Miss, Ole Miss offensive coordinator, John David Baker, Buster Faulkner, Grant Herd, Dante Moncrief, Mike Espy

Primary Segments & Timestamps

0:00 – Offensive Coordinator Playoff Decision

Steven Willis

opens the show discussing the urgent need for a new offensive coordinator due to Lane Kiffin’s departure and previews who might get the tryout during the playoff. He sets the stage for why this hire under Pete Golding will be pivotal.

10:55 – Importance of OC Hire for Pete Golding

Deep dive into why the offensive coordinator hire is crucial for Pete Golding’s future as Ole Miss head coach.

Steven Willis

discusses offensive system continuity, possible candidates (Joe Judge, John David Baker, Buster Faulkner), and lessons from past transitions.

21:04 – Staff Changes & Coaching Candidates

Steven Willis

breaks down other impending staff hires, including wide receiver and tight end coaches, and highlights major candidates like Ron Roberts for linebackers. He explains why these moves could reshape the Ole Miss coaching staff and upcoming team dynamics.

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