Echoles Earns Wuerffel Trophy Nom | Ole Miss Rebels Football News

Will Echoles is heating up the awards circuit again, earning Wuerffel Trophy nomination — a nod to his on-field dominance and off-field impact. After an explosive 2025 season with 68 tackles, 11.5 TFLs, and 5 sacks, he also led Ole Miss’ defensive charge in the Sugar Bowl, earning MVP honors. Already a preseason All-SEC first-team pick and on watch lists for Outland and Nagurski Trophies, Echoles is building momentum toward a historic senior year. The Wuerffel finalists will be announced in September, with the winner revealed Dec. 11. Meanwhile, Ole Miss opens 2026 against Louisville on Sept. 6 at 6:30 PM CT in Nashville. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b3179b60c0eed45d