Ole Miss athletes, to fans

REBS

Think of the shortened nickname for the University of Mississippi’s sports teams, often linked to their Civil War-era mascot. It’s a four-letter term fans chant with pride.

"Ole Miss athletes, to fans" refers to the University of Mississippi’s sports teams, nicknamed the Rebels—often shortened to "Rebs" in casual conversation. The clue plays on the informal fan shorthand, where "Rebs" is a quick, affectionate way to reference the players. It’s a straightforward abbreviation, not a pun or complex wordplay, just how supporters commonly talk about their team.