When Oklahoma wins, it's because the defense keeps them ahead and forces opponents into frustration. Against Ole Miss, that's their biggest edge: the Sooners can dictate on their terms, neutralize explosiveness and make a track meet feel like a slog. If Oklahoma is the calm, Ole Miss is the storm.

Lawrence North five-star wide receiver Monshun Sales has narrowed his focus to 12 schools with Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels among the

Ole Miss has three players listed as questionable: tight end Dae'Quan Wright, receiver Deuce Alexander and offensive lineman Terez Davis. Wright is the Rebels' second-leading receiver with 19 catches for 393 yards and three touchdowns. Alexander is the Rebels' third-leading receiver with 22 catches for 382 yards and one touchdown.

Kiffin remains a potential candidate for the Gators gig, receiving significant buzz following Billy Napier's firing.