Ole Miss Rebels Gear Up for 2026 Season with High Hopes and New Faces
The Rebels enter 2026 with a top‑15 preseason ranking, a Heisman‑candidate quarterback, and a coaching staff eager to replicate last year’s playoff success.
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The Rebels enter 2026 with a top‑15 preseason ranking, a Heisman‑candidate quarterback, and a coaching staff eager to replicate last year’s playoff success.
The Rebels open preseason under head coach Pete Golding, ranked No. 10, with key returning stars, new coordinators, and off‑field distractions shaping the narrative.

As the Rebels gear up for fall camp, three key athletes face distinct pressures while the program seeks to rebound from recent departures.

Despite a quiet offseason, the Rebels are counting on Deuce Alexander, Luke Hasz and transfer Luke Ferrelli to prove the program’s resilience heading into a season opener against Louisville.

With new coaching hires and key departures, Ole Miss prepares for a competitive 2026 season, spotlighting the tight ends that will test their secondary.

The University of Mississippi’s football program faces both promise and pressure as it navigates key departures, new additions, and a demanding slate of games in the upcoming season.

Ranked inside the top ten by ESPN’s Mark Schlabach, Ole Miss returns key playmakers, adds high‑caliber transfers and addresses secondary concerns, aiming to translate preseason optimism into on‑field success.

LSU expects tight end Trey'Dez Green to anchor the 2026 attack, but the program is bolstering depth with versatile playmaker Malachi Thomas and specialist Zach Grace.