Ole Miss has one less recruiting drama to sweat. Four-star defensive lineman Mitchell Turner said Monday that he is shutting things down and sticking with the Rebels, ending any chatter that his pledge could wobble after a recent trip to Alabama.
Turner, a 6-foot-3, 275-pound prospect, stands as the top player in Mississippi for the Class of 2027. He also checks in as the No. 5 defensive lineman and the No. 57 overall prospect nationally in the 247Sports Composite.
The flip buzz picked up after Turner took a visit to Alabama on Saturday, but he moved quickly to quiet that noise and reaffirmed his commitment to Ole Miss.
“After talking with my family and taking some time to think, I’ve decided to officially shut down my recruitment,” Turner said. “I’m 100% committed to Ole Miss and excited about what’s ahead. I appreciate every coach and program that believed in me.”
He echoed that sentiment in a post on social media Monday, adding: “Hotty Toddy! 🔴🔵🔒”
Turner first committed to Ole Miss in June, choosing the Rebels over offers from Texas, Alabama, LSU, and Mississippi State. He is also scheduled to play in the 2026 Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game on Dec. 12 at 12 p.m. ET in Mobile.
With Turner staying put, Ole Miss sits 12th nationally in the 247Sports Class of 2027 team recruiting rankings. The Rebels’ class includes 12 four-star prospects, along with five players ranked inside the top 10 in their respective states.
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