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!

Joined: October 17, 2025
Articles: 1276

University Releases, women's basketball

Yo’ adds husband/wife duo to staff

Ole Miss women’s basketball head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin continues to strengthen the Rebel family, bringing back some familiar faces in Zachary Hopp as an Assistant Coach and Ashton Hopp as the Coordinator of Operations, the program announced on Monday. The…

David Johnson
May 11, 2026

University Releases, women's golf

Women’s gold shares lead at NCAAs

SIMPSONVILLE, Ky. – The No. 19 Ole Miss women’s golf team posted a 282 to finish the day six under par, sharing a spot atop the leaderboard after the first day of the NCAA Louisville Regional at the University of Louisville…

David Johnson
May 11, 2026

Recruiting, Shows, Video News

Locked On | Albert Simeon visits Oxford

Host Steven Willis takes a deep dive into Ole Miss football recruiting…

David Johnson
May 11, 2026

Football, Recruiting, Writers' Room

Miss. State legacy excited about Ole Miss decision and career ahead of him

Roman Womack (No. 79) Some might think it was a difficult decision for offensive tackle Roman “Chop” Womack to decide he would continue his career at Ole Miss after a stellar start at Northwest (Miss.) Community College. Why? Well, because…

David Johnson
May 11, 2026

men's golf

Men’s golf coach Chris Malloy meets the press prior Rebels departure for NCAAs

Ole Miss men’s head golf coach Chris Malloy took the stage at a Monday press conference prior to the Rebels departure for the NCAA Tournament. For the ninth consecutive season and 18th time in program history, the Ole Miss men’s golf team is headed…

David Johnson
May 11, 2026

Football, Shows, Video News

Locked On Ole Miss | Trinidad is No. 1

Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss is the face of the SEC, and that’s whether you like it or not…Hiost Steven Willis proves it + Locked On Ole Miss Top 5 post spring…

David Johnson
May 11, 2026

Baseball

Rebels crack D1 Baseball’s top 15

Ole Miss baseball finds itself inside the top 15 of the latest DI Baseball Top 25 poll released on Monday. The Rebels are rankled No. 15. The Rebels are ranked No. 22 in this week’s Baseball America poll. Ole Miss…