Ole Miss defensive coordinator Pete Golding isn’t waiting around for surprises. With one of his key 22-year-old athletes reportedly nearing an exit from the program, Golding has already started working on a backup plan to keep the defense stable heading into next season.

And his first move came fast, targeting a rising talent who has quickly become one of the most talked-about names in the Ole Miss recruiting cycle.

Pete Golding secured a major insurance piece by landing Case Thomas, a fast-rising wide receiver who announced his commitment publicly. Thomas shared the update on social media, confirming his decision to join the Rebels.

Earlier, Ole Miss had been projected to land Thomas for weeks, with analysts calling him one of the program’s most promising additions.

However, for Gol

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