Golding Builds on Defense with Veterans | Ole Miss Rebels Football News

Ole Miss’ new head coach Pete Golding is flipping the script on SEC Media Day, ditching flashy transfer portal hype for a bold bet on continuity. Instead of rebuilding with newcomers, he’s spotlighting veteran defenders like Suntarine Perkins and Will Echoles—players who already know his system and are ready to lead. Golding, who coached them as defensive coordinator, sees them as the foundation, not just on the field but as mentors for new talent. This isn’t just about this season—it’s about building a lasting defensive identity that future classes can inherit. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e3f1f1acb0c9fe26