Is Walter Nolen playing today? Ole Miss DT's availability for Week 3 explored

Walter Nolen has been in the spotlight for the No. 5 Ole Miss Rebels (2-0) ahead of their Week 3 matchup against Wake Forest (1-1) on Saturday.

The defensive tackle exited the Ole Miss' Week 2 game against Middle Tennessee last Saturday, leading to concerns about his involvement in the Rebels' next game.

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Is Walter Nolen playing today vs. Wake Forest?

As per reports, Walter Nolen is expected to play against Wake Forest on Saturday. He's not listed on the Rebels' injury report and should be available for selection against the Demon Deacons.

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Walter Nolen injury update: What happened to Ole Miss DT?

Nolen reportedly picked up an injury in the second quarter of Ole Miss' 52-3 win over Middle Tennessee. The defensive tackle exited the game and didn't return despite being spotted near the sidelines.

Nolen was helped off the field by Rebels staff members. Cameras showed that he was trying to put less weight on his left leg while leaving the field, suggesting that he sustained a leg injury.

After briefly spending time in the injury tent, Nolen was seen moving around the sidelines but played no further part in the game against Middle Tennessee. Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin provided some clarity on Nolen's potential injury as he said that he was being cautious with the player.

"You know we don't comment much on that," Kiffin said. "But to help our fans on that, it was my decision not to put him back in, not a medical decision."

Nolen has recorded four tackles, of which one has been solo, this season, along with one pass defended.

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College Football 2024 Week 3: How to watch Ole Miss vs. Wake Forest?

Ole Miss Head Coach Lane Kiffin - Source: Imagn

The Ole Miss vs. Wake Forest game will be broadcast live on The CW. Fans without cable can live stream the game on Fubo.

• Date: Saturday, Sept. 14
• Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
• TV channel: The CW
• Live stream: Fubo