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!
WATCH | Pete Golding meets the press following the Rebels first fall practice
Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding meets the press after the Rebels first day of fall camp…
Battle for right tackle ought to be a competitive one when Rebs open camp
Rebs split two games in Puerto Rico, Beard pleased with team building
Wednesday, Aug. 5 The Ole Miss men’s basketball team split their two games in Puerto Rico. In game one, Coach Beard played a lot of different combinations and distributed playing time evenly. To get guys more playing time, they requested…
Men’s golf squad has been named to Platform Golf All-Academic Team
NORMAN, Okla. – The Ole Miss Men’s Golf Team has been named to the Platform Golf All-Academic Team by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA), the organization announced Wednesday afternoon. After accumulating a grade point average of 3.2 throughout the…
Volleyball set for TV three times
ESPN and the Southeastern Conference have revealed the 2026 regular season volleyball schedule, with the Ole Miss volleyball program set to compete on television three times during the regular season. The first nationally televised match of the season is set…
Maryland transfer Terez Davis could be mainstay at left tackle for Rebels in 2026
Appalachian State AD joins CFP selection committee replacing Mizzou COO
IRVING, Texas – The College Football Playoff (CFP) Management Committee has appointed Doug Gillin, athletics director at Appalachian State University, to the CFP Selection Committee, it was announced today by Rich Clark, executive director of the CFP. Gillin will replace Dr.…
Trio of Rebels on preseason watch lists for coveted national honors
DALLAS – The Football Writers Association of America announced preseason watch lists for a pair of national awards on Tuesday, as Ole Miss defensive tackle Will Echoles was selected to the Outland Trophy and Bronko Nagurski Trophy lists, offensive guard Patrick…
