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!
Yo’ | Portal giveth and portal takes away amid ultra successful recruiting season
Four of head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin’s nine-player transfer portal haul comes straight from the SEC. Two from Tennessee, one from LSU and one from Florida. Another came from Big 10 Penn State to go along with the leading scorer from…
Pete addresses question about who might be Trinidad’s QB2 this season
Ole Miss has a quarterback battle. No, of course it’s not for QB 1. That position is settled, as Heisman hopeful Trinidad Chambliss fought the NCAA over the offseason, and won his sixth season of eligibility. He returns and there…
Softball frosh Madi George sweeps trio of national honors after helluva series
Ole Miss softball freshman Madi George has swept a trio of national weekly awards, following a dominant weekend leading the Rebels. George was selected as the D1Softball National Freshman of the Week, the Softball America National Freshman Star of the…
Fleming decommits from Ole Miss
Linebacker Jiyez Fleming has announced his decommitment from the Ole Miss Rebels. The 6-0, 220-pounder from Oxford (Ala.) High School committed to the Rebels in 2025 after taking an unofficial visit to Oxford for the Arkansas game. Fleming is rated…
Stingray | Ole Miss and State meet again
Red-hot Ole Miss and Mississippi State meet tonight in a Top 25 showdown. Stingray and Heath break it all down…
Transfer edge Jonathan Maldonado set for prime time as an Ole Miss Rebel
Ole Miss, State set for Governor’s Cup
No. 17 Ole Miss Baseball (31-14, 11-10 SEC) and No. 10 Mississippi State (34-10, 13-8 SEC) are set to clash in the annual Governor’s Cup at Trustmark Park on Tuesday. First pitch is set for 6 p.m. in Pearl. LEADING…
Curne’s legal troubles in Arkansas seem to have dissipated, awaits Rebs’ response
Carius Curne Hours after Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding was asked about it at a Monday press conference, all charges were dropped against transfer portal offensive lineman Carius Curne after a weekend run-in with law enforcement in his home…
Transfer Makhi Frazier calls Ole Miss RBs group ‘best room in the country’
Transfer portal running back Makhi Frazier believes he has joined an exclusive club at Ole Miss. The Michigan State transfer says he is part of the best running back room in America as a Rebel. But first, why did Frazier,…