The Ole Miss football team saw its postseason aspirations dashed after falling to Oklahoma on Sunday.
The highly anticipated matchup, which was originally scheduled for Saturday, was delayed by a Federal Aviation Administration ground stop, according to Yahoo Sports.
The Rebels ultimately lost the contest 24-17, a result that dropped their overall season record to 6-4.
Despite the efforts of star quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, the team could not overcome the deficit.
Chambliss struggled to find rhythm through the air, finishing the game with only 127 passing yards and a single touchdown.
While he contributed 84 yards on the ground with an average of seven yards per carry, the offensive performance proved insufficient for a victory, as reported by The Big Lead.
The defeat places the Rebels in a difficult position regarding the postseason.
With four losses on their record, the team faces mathematical challenges that essentially eliminate them from contention.
Even if Ole Miss secures victories in its final two games against the Wofford Terriers and Mississippi State Bulldogs, the team will finish with only eight total wins.
Historically, the College Football Playoff committee has never selected a team with four losses for the field, a trend that is not expected to change this year, according to the outlets.
Although the playoff field is slated to expand to 24 teams next season, the current structure remains rigid for the Rebels.
The team now turns its attention toward closing the season on a positive note.
The upcoming game against the Wofford Terriers is scheduled for a noon kickoff next week.
This loss follows a period of intense scrutiny for the program, which recently saw coverage regarding the coaches poll rankings following a volatile week of college football action, as noted in recent reports.
With the playoff path closed, the remainder of the season serves as a final opportunity for the team to demonstrate growth.