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!
Ms. Clutch Taylor Roman is back
Taylor Roman Taylor Roman is back. That was some of the best news Jamie Trachsel and her Ole Miss softball program could have received over their off-season after reaching the Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City. Roman was granted…
17th-ranked Ole Miss women face Auburn in Birmingham Monday night
In a neutral site game in Birmingham, Alabama, Ole Miss women’s basketball will face Auburn on Monday, February 2. Tipoff at Legacy Arena will be at 6 p.m. CT, streaming on SEC Network+. TEAM FACTS No. 17/17 Ole Miss Rebels…
SEC Gauntlet | Tennessee’s sense of urgency heading into the 2026 season
Hosts Marcus Dent and Jason Watkins turn a critical eye toward the Tennessee Volunteers 2026 season. Is it do or die time for Josh Heupel?
Ole Miss takes down two school records
Ole Miss track & field took down two school records and received a bevy of superb performances to close out its two-day stay at Clemson’s Bob Pollock Invitational on Saturday. All-American senior and three-time NCAA shot put champion Tarik Robinson-O’Hagan put the…
Who will be the primary backstop for Jamie Traschel’s new-look Ole Miss staff?
No. 14 Ole Miss softball opens its season in less than a week. The Rebels will begin play at the Easton Classic on Feb. 5 in Fullerton, Calif., in a doubleheader versus Cal State Fullerton. The Rebels will also tangle…
Men’s tennis plays at Dayton on Sunday
DAYTON, Ohio – Ole Miss men’s tennis travels north this weekend to Dayton, Ohio, to face off against the Dayton Flyers at the Graul Tennis Complex on Sunday at 9:15 p.m. The Rebels enter the matchup looking to build on their…
15th-ranked Ole Miss women’s golf set to open 2026 season in Puerto Rico
RIO GRANDE, Puerto Rico – The No. 15 Ole Miss women’s golf team looks to make it four straight trips to the postseason in 2025-26. The journey towards that goal begins in Rio Grande as the Rebels will tee it up…
Day 1 report from Pollock Invitational
CLEMSON, S.C. – Ole Miss men’s and women’s track & field nabbed one event win and several career-best performances at the first day of Clemson’s Bob Pollock Invitational on Friday. Junior Akaoma Odeluga took the crown in the women’s weight throw, leading a…
Patriot Conference Rifle Tourney forced to relocate from Oxford due to Fern
Due to winter storm conditions impacting local electrical power and transportation, as well as inclement colder climates, Oxford and Ole Miss rifle will no longer host the 2026 PRC Tournament. The tournament, slated to take place February 7 and 8,…