This week was dominated by talk and speculation about Les Miles' job. Even before the game, a member of the Board of Directors openly speculated about his job security even if Les won out. With all of the noise and distractions, this was the perfect time for the team to rally and regroup as a team.
Not so much.
The defense allowed a huge pass play on the first play from scrimmage. With a chance to come out of the gates and make a statement, the statement they choose was "Oops." Hey, but at least the defense stiffened up and held Ole Miss to a field goal.