Instant Takeaways: Ole Miss Football Handles Business in 63-7 Win Over Georgia State

No. 21 Ole Miss handled business on Saturday night at Vaught Hemingway Stadium in a 63-7 victory over the Georgia State Panthers.

Led by redshirt-sophomore quarterback Austin Simmons, Lane Kiffin and Co. shined in the program's season opener in Week 1.

Ole Miss entered the matchup as 34.5-point favorites with the Rebels getting it done against a Sun Belt opponent in Oxford.

What were the instant takeaways from Saturday night in the Magnolia State?

The Instant Takeaways: Week 1 Edition

Austin Simmons' Debut: Bend, Don't Break

Ole Miss quarterback Austin Simmons made his debut as the starting quarterback for the Ole Miss Rebels after patiently waiting behind first-round NFL Draft selection Jaxson Dart.

In Game 1 as the starter, Simmons looked the part for the Rebels. He wasn't perfect by any means, but it was a strong opener for the redshirt-sophomore.

Simmons ended the night going 20-for-31 passing with 341 yards and three touchdowns through the air to go with a pair of interceptions.

The first-time starter tossed a pair of interceptions, but quickly shook off the untimely throws to lead the Rebels to an impressive offensive explosion in Week 1.