College football fans were reminded of exactly who Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin is during the Rebels’ Week 11 game against The Citadel. If nothing else, the 50-year-old coach always stays true to himself.
While Ole Miss dominated The Citadel, Kiffin showcased his personable side by walking onto the field during a timeout to congratulate a couple’s proposal. The proposal occurred during the TV timeout fan entertainment, which was originally planned as a field goal contest. Instead, the man on the field used the moment to propose to his girlfriend, who was visibly stunned.
After recovering from her shock and saying yes, the couple turned toward the cameras to take a picture. It was at that moment when Kiffin jogged over and joined them in the photo to congratulate the newly engaged pair.
The SEC Network broadcast identified the man as Drew O’Connor, a former Rebel pole vaulter who completed his senior season in the spring before graduating. His new fiancée, Madison Barnette, is still enrolled in Ole Miss’ nursing program.
### Lane Kiffin Guides Ole Miss to Dominant Win Over The Citadel
Following the proposal, O’Connor and Barnette watched as Kiffin polished off a commanding 49-0 victory over The Citadel. The win improved Ole Miss to 9-1, keeping the Rebels firmly in the SEC title race and the College Football Playoff conversation.
The game was a throwback to Ole Miss’ old, gritty style. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss continued his hot streak with another strong performance, but the Rebels’ defense was the true standout of the dominant victory.
Though Ole Miss has not been as strong in 2025 as in recent years, the team showed up big in Week 11. The Citadel struggled offensively, managing only 106 yards of total offense, including a mere 23 passing yards. The Bulldogs attempted just eight passes all game and averaged only 2.0 yards per carry on the ground.
This win marked Ole Miss’ second consecutive victory since their loss to Georgia on October 18.
The Rebels will remain at home for Week 12, hosting Florida, before their Week 13 bye.
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