- Matchup: Ole Miss Rebels vs Vanderbilt Commodores
- Date of Event: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Venue: FirstBank Stadium, Nashville, TN
- Broadcasting Channel: ESPN
- Betting Odds: Commodores (+9.0)
- Over/Under Total: 58.5
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FirstBank Stadium is set to host the Vanderbilt Commodores (3-2) as they face off against the Ole Miss Rebels (3-1) on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The odds from Vegas have the Commodores starting as 9-point underdogs. The total for the game is placed at 58.5.
The Ole Miss Rebels arrive at this game with a season record of 3-1. In their latest outing, they suffered a defeat to the Florida Gators, ending with a score of 52-28. The Rebels attempted to run the ball 27 times, accumulating 128 yards for an average of 4.7 yards per carry. Ultimately, they executed 61 plays that led to a total of 426 yards. Defensively, Ole Miss allowed 16 completions on 23 attempts, yielding 196 passing yards with a completion percentage of 69.6%. On the ground, they permitted 302 yards on 53 carries, averaging 5.7 yards per attempt.
This season, the Rebels have accumulated a total of 1,760 yards. In terms of scoring, they have achieved 8 touchdowns through the air and 9 on the ground, while turning the ball over 6 times. Ole Miss has recorded 99 first downs and faced 29 penalties amounting to 258 yards. Their rushing average stands at 117.5 yards per game, placing them 119th nationally. When it comes to scoring efficiency, the Ole Miss Rebels are averaging 35.5 points per game.
Defensively, the Rebels rank 118th in Division 1 by allowing 30.8 points per game. Opposing teams have averaged 4.6 yards per carry and 194.8 rushing yards per game against Ole Miss. Throughout this season, they have given up a total of 779 rushing yards over 4 games. In pass defense, the Rebels have surrendered 840 yards, ranking them 38th nationally, with a completion percentage of 65.3%. Overall, they are allowing 404.8 yards per game, which ranks 115th in the country. They have given up 4 touchdowns via the pass and 10 touchdowns on the ground.
The Commodores enter this match with a record of 3-2 for the year. In their most recent game, they faced a setback against the Georgia Bulldogs, finishing with a score of 38-14. Vanderbilt managed 293 yards while running 51 plays, averaging 5.7 yards per play. Their ground game yielded 3.3 yards per carry, totaling 85 yards on 26 attempts, while their defense allowed 34 rushing attempts for 176 yards (5.2 yards per carry). The Vanderbilt secondary struggled, allowing a completion percentage of 78.1% and 295 passing yards on 25 out of 32 attempts.
The Vanderbilt Commodores have a season average of 349.4 yards per game, ranking them 102nd nationally. They have been penalized for a total of 328 yards over 45 infractions, putting them at 6th in the nation for penalties. Their rushing stats show an average of 123.0 yards per game, with a total of 615 rushing yards this season. They have thrown 4 interceptions and lost 2 fumbles while achieving 92 first downs. In scoring terms, the Commodores rank 91st in college football with an average of 25.4 points per game. This season, they have accumulated 1,132 passing yards, resulting in an average of 226.4 yards per game, placing them 76th in the nation for passing offense.
Defensively, the Commodores allow 25.0 points per game, ranking them 81st in Division 1. They have surrendered 641 rushing yards (128.2 yards per game) and 5 rushing touchdowns this season. In terms of passing defense, they have allowed 9 touchdowns through the air and an average of 214.2 yards per game, ranking them 78th nationally. The Commodores have participated in 317 defensive plays, ranking them 82nd in Division 1, with 2 fumble recoveries and 4 interceptions this season, resulting in a total of 125 points allowed.
Who will emerge victoriously in tonight’s Rebels vs. Commodores college football showdown?
Prediction: Back the Commodores +9.0
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