The SEC's new schedule format pairs Oklahoma with Ole Miss as a permanent opponent, a decision that has surprised many. Fans, media personalities, and even Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin have expressed confusion over the matchup due to a lack of history or geographical connection.

The No. 13-ranked Sooners host No. 8 Ole Miss (11 a.m., ABC), marking the start of a stretch of five straight games against teams currently ranked in the AP top 20. Lane Kiffin’s Rebels are looking to rebound after dropping last week’s contest to No. 5 Georgia, while OU is looking to build off an impressive 26-7 win at South Carolina.

Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the Oklahoma Sooners vs. Ole Miss Rebels game, Saturday, Oct. 25.

The Oklahoma Sooners are likely to have a different offensive line configuration this week when they take on the Ole Miss Rebels.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/oklahoma as Oklahoma has Opportunity Against an Ole Miss Defense That's Struggled This Season.

Oklahoma is installing padding around Owen Field after receiver Keontez Lewis ran headfirst into a brick wall three weeks ago. A school spokesman confirmed padding will be added to both end-zone walls and the sideline walls outside the team bench areas in time for Saturday’s game between No.

EJ Manuel and Sam Acho explain their concerns with Ole Miss's defense and why the Rebels may have problems against Oklahoma's running game.

In the midst of a season to remember, QB John Mateer has added another jewel to his NIL crown. Mateer, the transfer QB who has catapulted Oklahoma into the Coll