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!
13th-ranked men’s golf to battle on West Coast
PAUMA VALLEY, Calif. – The No. 13 Ole Miss men’s golf team returns to California for the Pauma Valley Invitational, March 16-18, at Pauma Valley Country Club. The field features nine of the top 25 teams in the nation including five…
Ole Miss offers talented Texas wideout
Tristan Shelton Ole Miss reached into the Lone Star State this weekend to pull the trigger on an offer to 2028 wide receiver Tristan Shelton out of Denton (Texas) Guyer High School. The 6-0, 180-pounder is currently unrated but his…
Ole Miss offers Peach State DL
Ole Miss has extended an offer to a 2028 defensive lineman out of Toombs County (Ga.) High School. The Rebels have joined the chase for defensive lineman Jamarcus Johnson, who measures in at a very healthy 6-5, 308 pounds. Ole…
Locked On Ole Miss: Saturday overreactions
Overreactions to Ole Miss men’s basketball + a tough loss on the diamond in Texas…
Texas take series from Rebels
AUSTIN, Texas – The Ole Miss softball program dropped the second of three games against No. 2 Texas, 11-2, on Saturday afternoon at Red & Charline McCombs Field. The Rebels (19-10, 0-5 SEC) built an early advantage but could not hold…
Gogniat wins national air rifle title, Rebels reach podium in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio –Audrey Gogniat defended her air rifle individual title and No. 5 Ole Miss rifle reached the podium of the NCAA Championships for the second time in its history, finishing third overall with a 4738 aggregate on Saturday afternoon…
Oklahoma beats Ole Miss tennis
NORMAN, Okla. – Ole Miss women’s tennis dropped its match against No. 10 Oklahoma, 4-0, at the Headington Family Tennis Center on Friday evening. The Sooners (13-4, 4-2 SEC) started off strong, earning the doubles point against the Rebels (6-6, 1-5…
The Top 25 of 2027 countdown continues for Mississippi: No’s 6-10
Weight throwers lead way for Rebels
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Ole Miss track & field’s weight throwers got the Rebels on the board, while senior Alicia Burnett took care of business in the 60-meter dash prelims to highlight a successful first day of action at the NCAA Indoor Championships on…