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!
Johnson: O-Line will be make-or-break in opener
Five Rebels on SEC soccer watch list
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Southeastern Conference released the 2026 SEC Soccer Preseason Watch List Monday morning, naming five Rebels to the list of players to look out for this season. Paxton Bock, Ava Ghoreishi, Audrey Shackelford, Jenna Studer, and Alena Watts…
Archie Manning to be immortalized in statue outside of Vaught-Hemingway
One of the most iconic figures in Ole Miss and collegiate football history, Rebel legend Archie Manning will be further immortalized with a statue outside of Vaught Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, the Ole Miss Athletics Department announced on Monday. In conjunction with…
Baylor transfer Keaton Thomas off to quick start in fall camp with Rebels
Suntarine Perkins to wear No. 38
Suntarine Perkins Head coach Pete Golding unveiled the winner of the 2026 Chucky Mullins Courage Award, selecting senior linebacker Suntarine Perkins as the 36th recipient of the honor on Saturday. The award, sponsored by Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, honors the…
Beard adds experienced assistant to Ole Miss basketball staff with Matt Eisele
Soccer’s Isabella Pontieri on watch list
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Ole Miss Soccer’s Isabella Pontieri has been named to the 2026 Missouri Athletic Club Hermann Trophy NCAA Division I Women’s Players to Watch List by the United Soccer Coaches. Pontieri is one of 45 midfielders being added…
Ole Miss’ Lucas Carneiro named to preseason watch list for Lou Groza
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – The Palm Beach County Sports Commission unveiled their preseason watch list for the 2026 Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award on Friday, selecting Ole Miss Rebel Lucas Carneiro to the 35-player tally. A semifinalist for the award…
CFP selection committee preparing for 2026 season, reviews procedures
The College Football Playoff (CFP) Selection Committee met this week in preparation for the upcomingseason. The CFP Selection Committee is responsible for ranking the top 25 teams for inclusion in the Playoffand then assigning the teams to the Playoff bracket.…