Historic Rivalry Games Highlight College Football’s Week 13 Slate – ESPN 98.1 FM

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Week 13 of college football will bring some huge rivalry games to wrap up Thanksgiving week, including some teams eyeing the playoff.

Ole Miss vs Mississippi State

The Egg Bowl, which is one of the most historic rivalries in the SEC, will take place in the last week of the 2023 college football season. Last year, Ole Miss had just suffered two straight losses and appeared to be in a low-morale state into the Egg Bowl. The Rebels are entering this year’s rivalry with a much more positive outlook after splitting their last two games against the best and the worst teams in the country.

A New Year’s Six appearance is on the line for Ole Miss football. Bowl eligibility is on the line for Mississippi State.

However, the Egg Bowl always means more another victory. At Davis Wade Stadium on Thursday night, the Bulldogs (5-6, 1-6 SEC) take on the Rebels (9-2, 5-2) for state bragging rights.

Throughout the season, the Rebels’ defense has been their biggest strength. However, Ole Miss still has a potent offense. At home, the Rebels average 36.5 points per game, while away they average just 23.5 points.

Ole Miss’s defensive success is largely due to its pass rush, and Mississippi State allows 2.4 sacks per game to FBS opponents. In their past three games, the Rebels have only managed three sacks, putting them tied for eighth in the nation.

Ohio State vs Michigan

For the final time with the current Big Ten set up, Michigan and Ohio State will square off in “The Game.”

The Big Ten’s decision to drop divisions beginning next season will make Ohio State-Michigan more of a…

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