The No. 5 Ole Miss Rebels triumphed over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons with a decisive 40-6 victory, marking a dominant performance in their first matchup of a scheduled home-and-home series. In the aftermath of the loss, Wake Forest announced they would cancel their return game in 2025, opting to pay a $1 million buyout fee instead. Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin remarked that the decision to cancel reflects poorly on Wake Forest's program. The Rebels amassed a total of 649 yards of offense, showcasing their offensive prowess against a struggling Wake Forest defense. With the cancellation, Ole Miss must now secure another power conference opponent to meet SEC scheduling requirements for the upcoming season. This decision also leaves Wake Forest needing an additional opponent to fill their 2025 non-conference schedule.