The Citadel Bulldogs vs Ole Miss Rebels Prediction, Odds and Picks for Saturday, 11/08/25

This one isn’t rocket science. You’re getting an FCS tune-up opponent catching nearly 55 points, and at this stage of the season, that’s more of a strategic grab than anything else. The Citadel is stepping into a paycheck game, yes, but Ole Miss has zero incentive to turn this into a track meet. The Rebels have bigger fish to fry.

Next week, Florida comes to Oxford — and say what you want about the Gators, but they haven’t quit on their season, and they might even be playing better under Billy Gonzales right now. After Florida, Ole Miss hits a bye, then a rivalry date in Starkville with Mississippi State. Lane Kiffin knows what’s in front of him. This program is sniffing a one-loss finish, maybe even a top-five résumé in the CFP poll. Nobody here is interested in risking starters or flexing style points on The Citadel.

Expect Ole Miss to get out to a comfortable lead and immediately shift into “stay healthy, get reps, don’t show anything” mode. Starters get pulled, backups run the offense, and the clock becomes the Rebels’ friend. If The Citadel sneaks in even one or two touchdowns — and Ole Miss’ defense has certainly given up scores to lesser opponents this year — now you’re asking the Rebs to push 60 to cover. They won’t. Grab the points.

The Citadel vs. Ole Miss prediction: The Citadel +54.5 (-110) available at number posted. Playable to +54.