David Johnson
David Johnson is a prominent sports journalist and analyst specializing in Ole Miss athletics, particularly football. He has been reporting on Ole Miss athletics for almost two decades. In this role, Johnson provides in-depth coverage of Ole Miss recruiting, game previews, player analysis, and team updates, often contributing to podcasts, live events, and articles. Johnson blends insider insights with broader SEC football commentary.He's widely respected in the Ole Miss community for his accessible style and deep connections, often engaging fans via social media and live streams.
Johnson is the father of former Ole Miss offensive lineman Eli Johnson and two daughters, Sydney and Tori Kate. Both Eli and Sydney hold degrees from Ole Miss.
Johnson is also the co-author of the book "UpHill Climb," the story of former Ole Miss defensive tackle KD Hill, who suffered a life-altering injury in an automobile accident and how he has defeated substantial odds in the aftermath.
Johnson is proud to help launch OleMiss365.com., a locally-owned and operated news agency that will cover the Rebels 24 hours per day and 365 days per year!
365 partners with Southern Elite to announce national combine series. First in Olive Branch, Miss.
OleMiss365.com will host its first 365 Recruiting camp on Sunday, Feb, 22, at Olive Branch High School in Olive Branch, Miss. Unsigned prospects from the 2026 class, as well as hopefuls from the 2027 through the 2031 class are eligible…
GAME NOTES | Round 2 of instate rivalry
The Ole Miss men’s basketball team will look to follow up a win in Starkville last month with a second victory over their in-state rivals Mississippi State, as they host the Bulldogs in the SJB Pavilion on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. CT…
No. 14 Ole Miss women’s golf set for Moon Golf Invitational starting Sunday
MELBOURNE, Fla. – Entering off a runner-up finish at the Puerto Rico Classic, the No. 14 Ole Miss women’s golf teams heads to the sunshine state for the Moon Golf Invitational, Feb. 15-17, at Suntree Country Club. The ninth playing of…
T&F results from Arkansas and Vandy
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. / NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Ole Miss track & field took part in some of the best competitive fields in the nation at Arkansas’ Tyson Invitational, while the Rebel distance runners wrapped the evening with several strong races at Vanderbilt’s…
Men’s tennis remains undefeated
After 21 days without a home match, Ole Miss defeated both Mercer, 7-0, and rival Memphis, 4-1, in a double header on Saturday in Oxford, Mississippi, at the William F. Galtney Indoor Tennis Center. Ole Miss (11-0) was leading Mercer…
Who’s next to join the Ole Miss class?
Ole Miss tops UL-Lafayette at Rajin’ Cajuns Invitational, Trachsel tops list
Ole Miss slugger Persy Llamas Trailing by a run after three innings, No. 21 Ole Miss found itself in the latter stages of the game Friday to defeat host Louisiana-Lafayette 5-2 in the day’s second game of the Ragin’ Cajuns…
SERIES NOTES | Nevada at Ole Miss
Ole Miss Baseball is back as the Rebels return to Swayze Field this weekend, hosting reigning Mountain West Champion Nevada for a three-game series as a part of NCAA Division I Opening Weekend. LEADING OFF PROJECTED PITCHING MATCHUPS Game 1:…