The Ole Miss Rebels just got a major boost - and it comes from a courtroom, not the transfer portal.
After weeks of uncertainty surrounding Trinidad Chambliss’ eligibility, a Mississippi state court has ruled in favor of the star quarterback, granting him a sixth year to suit up for Ole Miss. The decision comes after the NCAA initially denied his request to extend his college career, but Thursday’s injunction changes everything. While the NCAA still has the option to appeal, for now, Chambliss is cleared to play in 2026.
And that’s huge.
Chambliss wasn’t just any quarterback last season - he was the engine behind a Rebels team that crashed the College Football Playoff and flirted with a Heisman run. He threw for nearly 4,000 yards and 22 touchdowns, showcasing a command of the offense that made him one of the most dangerous players in the country. His combination of poise, arm talent, and mobility made Ole Miss must-watch TV every Saturday.
Even when Lane Kiffin made his surprise jump to LSU before the season wrapped, Chambliss held the program steady. Ole Miss didn’t just stay afloat - they stayed in the thick of the national title conversation. That kind of leadership doesn’t grow on trees, and now the Rebels get another year of it.
For a team navigating a post-Kiffin era, this is the kind of continuity that could keep them in the national spotlight. Whoever takes the reins full-time in Oxford now has the luxury of building around a proven quarterback - a luxury most programs would kill for.
And while Chambliss was widely expected to enter the 2026 NFL Draft, this ruling suggests he’s not done with college football just yet. Whether it’s unfinished business, a shot at the Heisman, or another crack at a national title, his return immediately changes the SEC landscape.
Bottom line: the Rebels just got their leader back. And with Chambliss under center, Ole Miss remains a serious threat in 2026.