Ole Miss baseball continues to make its case for postseason hosting duties, even as the latest NCAA Tournament projections keep the Rebels hovering near the bubble.

Coming off an impressive series win over then-No. 7 Texas A&M in Oxford, the Rebels (34-18, 14-13 SEC) showed they can compete with the nation's elite. The 2-1 series victory was a statement for a team looking to solidify its resume before Selection Monday.

The win streak has already paid dividends in the polls. Ole Miss jumped four spots to No. 19 in the USA TODAY coaches poll, while maintaining a strong No. 13 ranking in the RPI—a key metric the selection committee uses to evaluate teams.

With the regular season winding down, every game carries extra weight. The Rebels have a critical week ahead: they'll host UT Martin (25-26) on May 12 at 6 p.m. CT on SEC Network, followed by a three-game road series at No. 16 Alabama (35-17, 16-11) from May 14-16. That trip to Tuscaloosa could be the difference between hosting a regional and hitting the road for the postseason.

Here's where the Rebels stand in the latest NCAA Tournament projections—and why fans should keep a close eye on the final stretch.