Ole Miss Defense Rising This Season | Ole Miss Rebels Football News

Ole Miss is primed for a breakout 2026 season, riding the momentum from last year’s College Football Playoff run — but the real story might be on defense. With new head coach Pete Golding stepping in after Lane Kiffin’s exit, the Rebels are quietly building a fearsome pass rush led by junior Kam Franklin (5 sacks last year) and bolstered by key transfers: Jonathan Maldonado (5 sacks, Nevada), Jordan Renaud (Alabama), and Blake Purchase (Oregon). While the offense headlines with QB Trinidad Chambliss and RB Kewan Lacy, it’s the defensive line that could steal the show — and many are overlooking just how deep and disruptive this unit is poised to be. 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/93126833d8cc71c0