ABSURD: Kewan Lacy, Pete Golding WILL CARRY Ole Miss Rebels Back to College Football Playoffs

Ole Miss’s College Football Playoff hopes for 2026 rise or fall with Kewan Lacy’s explosive potential. Can Lacy cement his legacy as the top running back in the nation and lead the Rebels back to the promised land? Host Steven Willis spotlights Lacy’s crucial role after his injury in the national semifinal derailed last season’s run, and unpacks what the packed running back room means for the Rebels’ strategy going forward. Key topics include the addition of transfer backs like Makai Frazier and Joshua Dye, how offensive coordinator John David Baker may build around quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, and why depth is critical to keep Lacy fresh. Steven Willis breaks down expected changes in Ole Miss’s offense, the importance of a dynamic running game in the SEC, and how these roster moves can maximize the Rebels’ playoff ambitions. Are the Rebels primed to dominate in 2026? Ole Miss, Ole Miss Football, Ole Miss Rebels, Ole Miss Podcast, College Football Playoff, Kewan Lacy, Trinidad Chambliss, Austin Simmons, Ky Mills Knight, J. Michael Jones, Demarius Yates, JT Lindsay, Makai Frazier, Joshua Dye, Deuce Knight, John David Baker, Pete Golding, Lane Kiffin, Transfer Portal, SEC Football, Locked On Ole Miss, Rebels News, Rebels Rumors, College Football News, Doak Walker Award Episode Timestamps 0:00 — Playoff Hopes: Kewan Lacy’s Role Steven Willis introduces the show, highlights how Ole Miss’s College Football Playoff chances in 2026 are centered around running back Kewan Lacy, and outlines the episode’s key topics. 2:03 — Running Back Depth Analysis The episode dives deep into the Ole Miss running back room, focusing on Lacy’s workload, the need for supporting depth, and why new additions are critical. Steven Willis discusses injuries from the previous season and how a refreshed committee approach could help Ole Miss make a deeper playoff run. 13:02 — Offensive Scheme & Transfers Impact Steven Willis analyzes how the offense will be built around quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, discusses retrofitting from previous years, personnel groupings, and how portal additions at running back and wide receiver fit into the 2026 strategy. WANT MORE OLE MISS SPORTS CONTENT?  JOIN THE EVERYDAYERS CLUBhttps://lockedonolemiss.supercast.com/ Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONGametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time. Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time. Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.