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!
Fischer wins medalist honors at Mossy Oak Invitational, team ties for first
Ole Miss golfer Tom Fischer WEST POINT – Tom Fischer collected the second individual title of his career earning co-medalist honors Tuesday at the Mossy Oak Collegiate. The No. 13 Ole Miss men’s golf team tallied their second victory of the…
Golding thinks RB room in ‘good place’
There are eight running backs listed on the Ole Miss roster this spring, led by returning star Kewan Lacy. The 5-11, 205-pounder carried the football over 300 times last season, rushing for 1,567 yards and 24 touchdowns. Lacy, like his…
Men’s track ranked No. 5 this week
NEW ORLEANS – Ole Miss men’s track & field returned to the top five, coming in ranked No. 5 in the Week Three USTFCCCA Track & Field Rating Index released on Tuesday morning. Of the 43 total top-10 rankings in Ole…
Is AJ Maddox competing for QB2 role?
The starting quarterback for the Ole Miss Rebels is Trinidad Chambliss. We all know it. But who…Lord forbid…would be the number two QB for the Rebels, if anything happened to Chambliss? Remember, Chambliss was an unknow Division 2 transfer last…
Watch | Observations from spring ball
Our observations for Tuesday’s Ole Miss spring football practice…
Women’s tennis heads to SEC Tourney
The No. 38 and 10th-seeded Ole Miss women’s tennis team is set to play in the 2025 SEC Tournament on Wednesday, April 15, with the Rebels squaring off against 15th-seeded Kentucky. The opening round for Ole Miss (14-10, 6-9 SEC)…
Softball Rebels host North Alabama
Jamie Trachsel The Ole Miss softball program is set to complete its five-game homestand, facing off with North Alabama for the second time this season on Tuesday at the Ole Miss Softball Stadium. The Rebels (26-18, 2-13 SEC) are set…
Rebels get in early on talented Moss Point wide receiver Terrance Coleman
Men’s tennis readies for SEC Tourney
The No. 25 and 10th-seeded Ole Miss men’s tennis team is set to play in the 2025 SEC Tournament on Wednesday, April 15, with the Rebels squaring off against the 15th-seeded Tennessee. The opening round for Ole Miss (18-8, 6-8 SEC) is scheduled…