A Historic Milestone
Kewan Lacy etched his name into Ole Miss history by shattering the program’s all-time touchdown record during the 2025 campaign, finishing the season with 24 scores that eclipsed Quishon Judkins’ previous mark by eight points. The performance also tied Lacy for the single-season rushing record with 1,567 yards and produced 144 points for the Rebels, the highest individual scoring total for a non-kicker in school history.
The impact of Lacy’s historic output extended beyond personal statistics; Ole Miss captured its inaugural College Football Playoff berth, a milestone that has been a long-standing aspiration for the program. Building on that momentum, the coaching staff has set an ambitious target of securing 12 regular-season victories — a benchmark that the Rebels have never before achieved.
Chasing New Frontiers
At quarterback, Trinidad Chambliss delivered 3,979 passing yards in 2025, falling just short of Jaxson Dart’s 4,279-yard record from the previous season while appearing in two fewer games. Complementing his aerial production, Chambliss added 527 rushing yards, placing him third on the all-time Rebels rushing list behind only a handful of legendary backs.
Looking ahead to the 2026 schedule, Lacy has voiced his intent to surpass not only his own records but also the SEC single-season touchdown standard set by Derrick Henry in 2015, a record of 28 scores that remains a benchmark for elite performers. Such a pursuit would cement his status among the conference’s all-time greats.
The offensive arsenal will also feature veteran playmakers such as Deuce Alexander, whose precise route running has become a cornerstone of the Rebels’ passing game, and Caleb Odom, who continues to evolve as a reliable slot receiver. Complementary contributions from Matt Corral, who remains a reference point for passing excellence, and Chad Kelly, whose leadership qualities inspire the locker room, add depth to the unit.
Defensively, the Rebels benefit from the steadiness of John Baker and Darrell Gill Jr., whose experience has helped tighten a unit that previously struggled against high-powered SEC opponents like Alabama and Tulane. Their efforts reflect a broader cultural shift toward competitiveness across the state.
Outside the stadium, the surge of excitement has resonated in communities such as Starkville and Glendale, where fan engagement has reached new heights and local businesses are rallying behind a program that now looks capable of sustained national relevance.