Sun Sep 08 00:09:47 UTC 2024: ## Ole Miss Rebels Pummel Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 52-3

**Oxford, Mississippi** – The No. 6 ranked Ole Miss Rebels cruised to a dominant 52-3 victory over the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders on Saturday. The Rebels showcased a potent offensive attack, led by Henry Parrish Jr., who ran for four touchdowns, and Jaxson Dart, who set a school record for completions in a game.

Parrish racked up 165 rushing yards on 14 carries, leaving briefly in the second half after a hard hit. Dart completed his first 24 passes, finishing the game with 25 completions out of 27 attempts for 377 yards and a touchdown. He came close to tying the NCAA’s FBS game record of 26 completions.

The Rebels jumped out to an early 17-0 lead thanks to two touchdown runs by Parrish and a strong defensive performance. Middle Tennessee, a 42 1/2-point underdog, struggled to find their footing against the formidable Ole Miss defense.

While the Blue Raiders managed to score a field goal in the second quarter, the Rebels continued to dominate, extending their lead to 31-0 by halftime. Parrish added two more rushing touchdowns in the second half, while Dart connected with Antwane Wells Jr. for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Ole Miss, now 2-0 on the season, continues their strong start under head coach Lane Kiffin. The Rebels will look to build on this impressive victory as they face a challenging schedule ahead.

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