In a closely contested SEC game, both Ole Miss and Kentucky saw their starting quarterbacks exit with injuries. Austin Simmons from Ole Miss suffered a leg injury, while Kentucky’s Zach Calzada exited with a shoulder injury.

Game Highlights

• Austin Simmons left the field during the third quarter after sustaining a leg injury from a tackle. He was subsequently unable to put weight on his knee.

• Trinidad Chambliss, who had previously only attempted six passes in Ole Miss’s season opener, replaced Simmons and managed to keep the game competitive.

• Calzada was also forced to leave after injuring his shoulder. Backup Cutter Boley took his place shortly after.

Coaches’ Comments

Post-game, Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin commented on Simmons’ potential return: “Austin was OK to go back in… We wanted to keep Trinidad in for the offensive strategy.”

Kentucky’s coach, Bob Stoops, expressed concerns over Calzada’s status, indicating that the veteran signal caller might need to miss a couple of practice days as he recovers.

With Simmons expected to be ready for Ole Miss’s next matchup against Arkansas, the situation at Kentucky may present challenges ahead.