Mississippi football: Oxford and Lafayette prepare for region play

In Mississippi high school football, Oxford enters region play this week following a 23-7 victory over Grenada. The Chargers, currently 4-1, are scheduled to host Madison Central at 7 p.m. Meanwhile, Lafayette (4-1) prepares for its final tune-up against PURE Academy in Memphis before starting Region 1-5A play next week.

In college football, the ninth-ranked Ole Miss Rebels are currently on a Week 5 bye following a 3-1 start to the season. After a loss to Florida, the team is using the open week for evaluation. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss has emerged as a standout performer, leading the SEC in passing yards with 1,222 through the first four games.