Carneiro’s 48-Yard Field Goal Lifts Ole Miss Over Louisville 41-38

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Mississippi football team opened its 2026 season with a narrow 41-38 win over Louisville on Sunday, thanks to a game-winning field goal by Lucas Carneiro.

Carneiro’s 48-yard kick as time expired sealed the victory for the ninth-ranked Rebels. The game featured a high-scoring second half, with 63 points combined by both teams.

Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss led Ole Miss’ offensive effort, throwing for over 300 yards and three touchdowns. Running back Deuce Alexander contributed 159 rushing yards and scored twice in his first start as a Rebel.

The game was closely contested throughout, with Louisville’s offense matching Ole Miss’s scoring efforts. Full details and a recap are expected to be available soon at OleMissSports.com.

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