Three Rebels Build Momentum as Ole Miss Prepares for Louisville

Ole Miss coach Pete Golding said the team is shifting toward game preparation with a mock game scheduled. Wide receiver Caleb Cunningham, who had a minimal role as a freshman, is expected to see more playing time as a sophomore. The article identifies three players whose stock has risen during the final practice week.

Ole Miss enters its season opener against Louisville with a hybrid practice week, blending game-planning with internal competition. Coach Pete Golding noted a mock game is scheduled for the weekend, allowing staff to simulate game-day operations while still evaluating players for expanded roles. The team’s final camp period emphasized both preparation and roster decisions.

Wide receiver Caleb Cunningham, a former five-star recruit, played sparingly as a freshman due to a deep veteran rotation and a hamstring injury. Now healthy, he has impressed coaches with his size and presence, earning praise as a different type of threat. Tight end Luke Hasz, who missed time last year with injury, has also stood out in one-on-one drills, using his physicality to win matchups and become a reliable target.