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!
Top arms at Saturday’s MegaCamp
Matt Barrie has been named as the new host of highly popular SEC Nation show
SportsCenter anchor and college football commentator Matt Barrie has been named as the new host of SEC Nation. Beginning this fall, Barrie will join SEC Network’s weekly traveling show on campus at SEC schools across the South, bringing fans all they need to know…
Four-star DL Tory Clark set to camp with Rebels for Sunday Night Lights session
Rebels set to host official visitors this weekend as summertime crootin’ arrives
Tickets to the national meet on line this week for Ole Miss track & field
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Tickets to the national meet are on the line this week for Ole Miss track & field, as the Rebels send 31 athletes via 34 total entries to the 2026 NCAA East Region First Round Championships. Competition runs…
Ole Miss softball lands 5 on all-district
The Ole Miss softball program has landed five on the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District teams, as the organization announced on Tuesday. Kennedy Bunker, Persy Llamas, Taylor Malvin, Mackenzie Pickens and Cassie Reasner all were named to the CSC…
Southern Elite/365 MegaCamp set for prospects at MVSU on Saturday
Former Southern Miss center Trace Clopton at the Southern Elite. The Southern Elite/365 MegaCamp hosted by Mississippi Valley State takes place this Saturday inside Rice-Totten Stadium in Itta Bena, Miss. This is the fourth year of the Southern Elite MegaCamp,…
Beard and Co. offer standout from Memphis’ Houston High School
Locked On | SEC Squad talks baseball
The Locked On crew breaks down the SEC inside the NCAA Tournament…