The Southeastern Conference unveiled its preseason coaches' all‑conference teams this week, and Ole Miss emerged with a league‑high eight selections, a tally that mirrors the eight spots the Rebels earned in the coaches’ poll released in July.
Among the honorees, three Rebels earned first‑team honors: defensive standout Trinidad Chambliss, dynamic playmaker Kewan Lacy, and versatile lineman Will Echoles.
The second team includes place‑kicker Suntarine Perkins and special‑teams specialist Lucas Carneiro, both recognized for their reliability on the kicking unit.
Joining them on the third team are special‑teams contributors Patrick Kutas and Kam Franklin, rounding out a strong contingent of Rebels across all three squads.
Preseason Honors Highlight Rebels’ Depth
The preseason accolades arrive as Ole Miss prepares for its season opener against Louisville at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, slated for September 6, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Central Time.
The matchup marks a return to the national stage for a program that reached the College Football Playoff semifinals the previous year, underscoring the Rebels’ ambition to build on that momentum.