Ole Miss Loses Another Commit as Jett Goldsberry Flips to Purdue Amid Coaching Shakeup
The ripple effects of Lane Kiffin’s departure from Ole Miss to LSU are starting to hit the Rebels’ 2026 recruiting class in a big way. On December 3, three-star athlete Jett Goldsberry officially flipped his commitment from Ole Miss to Purdue, marking the fifth decommitment for the Rebels since November 30.
Goldsberry, a versatile 6-foot, 190-pound athlete out of Heritage Hills High School in Lincoln City, Indiana, brings a unique skill set to the Boilermakers. He lined up at both quarterback and defensive back in high school, showcasing the kind of athleticism and football IQ that programs covet in multi-position players. Purdue has already announced him as part of its signing class, signaling a big win for the Boilermakers amid a competitive recruiting cycle.
The timing of Goldsberry’s flip is no coincidence. Ole Miss is still reeling from the sudden coaching transition, with former defensive coordinator Pete Golding stepping in as head coach following Kiffin’s move to Baton Rouge. While Golding is respected within the program, the uncertainty around leadership has clearly made an impact on recruiting.
Goldsberry isn’t the only one to change course. Three other commits-tight end JC Anderson, wide receiver Corey Barber, and offensive lineman Ryan Miret-have all flipped from Ole Miss to LSU following Kiffin’s move. All three have since signed with the Tigers, giving LSU an immediate boost in talent and momentum as Kiffin looks to put his stamp on his new program.
Another loss for the Rebels came in the form of wide receiver Jameson Powell, a three-star prospect who decommitted but has yet to sign elsewhere. His next move remains to be seen, but it adds to the growing list of question marks for Ole Miss as they try to stabilize their 2026 class.
There was at least one positive swing for the Rebels amid the chaos. Kervin Johnson Jr., a three-star receiver from Tioga, Louisiana, flipped from LSU and has officially signed with Ole Miss. It’s a notable pickup, especially considering the broader context of recent losses.
Still, with five decommitments in under a week, the challenge for Golding and his staff is clear: rebuild trust, stabilize the class, and re-establish momentum before the next signing period. The early signing window has always been a high-stakes stretch, and for Ole Miss, this cycle has turned into a full-blown balancing act.
Goldsberry’s flip to Purdue underscores just how quickly things can shift in the college football recruiting landscape-especially when coaching changes come into play. For now, the Boilermakers get a dynamic, high-upside athlete, while the Rebels are left to regroup and reload.