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!
T&F earns three SEC indoor awards
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Ole Miss track & field has won three season awards from the SEC for the indoor season, with Alicia Burnett (Women’s Co-Runner of the Year), Akaoma Odeluga (Women’s Field Athlete of the Year) and Tarik Robinson-O’Hagan (Men’s Field Athlete of the Year) each honored…
Men’s tennis faces top 25 weekend
Ole Miss men’s tennis will travel to No. 22 Florida and then to No. 14 South Carolina this weekend to continue its conference campaign. Ole Miss (14-3, 2-3 SEC) is coming off its highest-ranked win since 2021 this past weekend…
Ole Miss in hunt for national rifle title
No. 5 Ole Miss rifle is prepped for its sixth consecutive appearance at the NCAA Tournament, held at the Covelli Center in Columbus, Ohio. The Rebels (10-2, 5-2 PRC) will look to bring their first team title back to Oxford…
Stingray SEC Morning Show | Getting ready for Day Two of SEC Tournament
Stingray and Heath break down all the action…
365 holding MegaCamp in the Sip
OleMiss365.com and the 365 network are proud to announce that its MegaCamp in partnership with the Southern Elite Combine Series, will be held on the campus of Mississippi Valley State University this summer. The MegaCamp will be on Saturday, May…
Iwuala, McMahon named to all-star game watch list on Wednesday
PHOENIX – Ole Miss women’s basketball’s Christeen Iwuala and Cotie McMahon were named to the Women’s College All-Star Game Watch List presented by Lilly, Intersport announced on Wednesday. The duo was selected by a distinguished panel of national media experts to…
McMahon named All-American by USA Today after incredible season in Oxford
NEW YORK – For her third award of the day, Ole Miss women’s basketball’s Cotie McMahon has been named an Honorable Mention All-American, USA TODAY announced on Wednesday. This marks the fourth time McMahon has earned All-American honorable mention recognition in…
Cade Townsend named to 2026 pitcher of the year watch list
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – TheCollege Baseball Foundation announced their 2026 Pitcher of the Year Watch List Wednesday afternoon, naming Ole Miss’ Cade Townsend as one of the best pitchers in the country. Townsend is one of 141 Division I pitchers to…
SEC Gauntlet | It’s us versus the world
Jason Watkins and Marcus Dent break it all down…