David Johnson

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!

Ole Miss dominates Missouri 31-3

No. 9 Ole Miss dominated No. 13 Missouri 31-3 on Saturday afternoon at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, improving to 5-1 overall and 3-1 in the SEC while handing the Tigers their second loss of the season.⁠ Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss accounted for four…

Rebels lead Mizzou 21-3 at the half

No. 9 Ole Miss leads No. 13 Missouri 21-3 at halftime in Oxford. Ole Miss has racked up 300 total offensive yards and scored 21 unanswered against the Tigers. The biggest concern for the Rebels right now is the health…

Top 15 battle on tap today in Oxford

A top-15 SEC showdown headlines Saturday’s college football slate as the No. 13 Missouri Tigers visit the No. 9 Ole Miss Rebels for the Rebels’ Homecoming game. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at…

Rebels hosting Texas Tech WR commit

Benny Easter Jr. Four-star wide receiver Benny Easter Jr. will be on the Ole Miss campus Saturday for an unofficial visit. Easter is committed to Texas Tech and has been since Nov. 20, 2025. The Rebels, though, have kept after…

Who wins and by how much?

No. 13 Missouri (5-1, 2-1 SEC) at No. 9 Ole Miss (4-1, 2-1 SEC) Saturday, 2:30 p.m. CT | Vaught-Hemingway Stadium Television: SEC Network Rankings aside, this is going to be a battle between two very good SEC teams. It’s…