Mississippi Rebels vs Oklahoma Sooners Prediction

The Mississippi Rebels will beat the Oklahoma Sooners. The Oklahoma Sooners will cover the spread, and the total will go under.

Analyzing the data, the Rebels have a significantly higher scoring average, putting up approximately 28 points per game compared to the Sooners’ 16.8. This offensive prowess is backed by superior passing stats, with the Rebels averaging about 222 yards through the air per game while maintaining an effective completion percentage of 64.1%. Meanwhile, the Sooners struggle with just 177.4 passing yards per game at a similarly respectable 66.4%, but their ground game produces only 82.1 yards — falling short of the Rebels’ 115.1. This disparity in offensive output likely sets the stage for a Rebels victory.

Defensively, both squads have exhibited weaknesses, but the Rebels have forced enough turnovers and maintained pressure that seems likely to disrupt Oklahoma’s rhythm. The Sooners may cover the spread, likely keeping the game competitive, yet their lower scoring average suggests that the total score will not exceed the combined averages one would anticipate based on these offensive outputs. Thus, I expect a close game leaning in favor of the Rebels while still staying under the projected total.