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Kelly Makes Statement in Big Rebel Win

By Steven Oubre, Ole Miss Athletics Media Relations

There is no doubt who the starting quarterback is anymore. Chad Kelly has solidified the starting role after his effort today. The gunslinger tossed four touchdowns for 346 yards and added a touchdown on the ground in a 73-21 victory.

"Chad Kelly is the starter," said head coach Hugh Freeze. "I said yesterday, to the ESPN crew, that the job is his to lose. Chad has certainly done nothing to put himself out of the job, so he is the starter. I expect that to continue."

Kelly was able to make big plays all game because of great pass protection and his physical receivers, who bodied the Bulldog secondary all night.