Ole Miss football: 3 reasons the Rebels will beat No. 24 Tulane

Sep 2, 2023; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels running back Quinshon Judkins (4) reacts with Mississippi Rebels defensive linemen JJ Pegues (89) after a touchdown during the second half against the Mercer Bears at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 2, 2023; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels running back Quinshon Judkins (4) reacts after a touchdown during the second half against the Mercer Bears at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Quinshon Judkins will bounce back in a big way

My preseason pick to win the Doak Walker Award and contend for the Heisman did not do me justice in Week 1.

Quinshon Judkins finished with just 60 yards on 13 carries but he did make up for his modest showing with two touchdowns. This was just not the typical game for Judkins who had a monster first year with the Rebels and he’s not going to have two mediocre games in a row.

While Tulane only allowed 75 rushing yards in its season-opening win over South Alabama, the Jaguars did not have a running back quite like Judkins. And that’s going to lead to a huge day for the sophomore sensation.

I’m predicting a monster game for Judkins as he rushes for well over 100 yards and his success on the ground will open up the passing attack.

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