Ole Miss vs. Kentucky college football preview, prediction

Ole Miss is 4th in the nation in rushing yards per game. They scored 15 times on the ground last week. Kentucky is 30th nationally against the run.

Chris Rodriguez is back from suspension and should be back on the field for the first time this season. Rodriguez had 1,379 yards rushing last season and scored nine of UK's 27 rushing TDs.

Kentucky's offensive line has been very good in recent years. This season it's underwhelming, ranked 123rd in run yards per game, 125th in yards, and 129th on sacks allowed. Will Levis is capable of getting the ball out quickly and accurately, but his team needs to protect the pocket and open running lanes.

Ole Miss is 6th in the FBS in scoring defense and 6 th in total defense. Kentucky is 15th on offense and 11th nationally in defense, with an average of 13.0 ppg. The home team has won 4 of the last 6 games in this series. This is the first time both teams are ranked since 1958.

Kentucky's offensive line is a concern. Chris Rodriguez's return will help the offensive game plan. Ole Miss is the 10th fewest yards per play. The Rebels have the skill pieces to move the chains consistently.

Ole Miss and Kentucky are playing each other on Saturday. College Football HQ predicts Ole Miss will win 30-24.