Ole Miss 2026: Five Pillars to Watch | Ole Miss Rebels Football News

Ole Miss is firing on all cylinders heading into 2026, ranked ninth in preseason polls thanks to the electric return of quarterback Trinidad Chambliss — the heartbeat of this offense. But it’s not just about Chambliss; the Rebels’ ceiling hinges on a handful of key players stepping up. Deuce Alexander is poised to be the go-to receiver, building chemistry with Chambliss to unlock explosive passing plays. Running back Kewan Lacy, Chambliss’s ground-game counterpart, remains the engine of the offense. On defense, transfer linebacker Keaton Thomas — a Butkus Award contender — brings elite tackling and leadership, while Suntarine Perkins returns to terrorize offenses and Will Echoles steps into a vital leadership role. These five stars, anchored by Chambliss, could carry Ole Miss to national relevance in 2026. 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/34a4a0c54369c2d5