Ole Miss given huge Trinidad Chambliss boost for 2026 college football season

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13 February 2026 at 05:07

The Ole Miss Rebels have had a tumultuous few weeks since the end of the 2025 college football season, but Trinidad Chambliss’ latest news has the program buzzing.

While drama has ensued in regards to the longtime collegiate quarterback, Thursday’s court ruling proved to be massive for the SEC program.

ESPN insider Pete Thamel revealed that Trinidad Chambliss has been granted a sixth year to play at Ole Miss. This comes after a state court judge in Mississippi ruled in favor of the signal caller.

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NEWS: Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss has been granted a sixth season of eligibility by a state court judge in Mississippi. Chambliss received an injunction today, which paves the way for him to play in 2026 after the NCAA ruled he was eligibility. (The NCAA can appeal.) pic.twitter.com/nzeaak6uMq
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) February 12, 2026

The NCAA originally denied Chambliss’ plea to continue playing college football Thursday prior to the new court decision. However, Ole Miss will immediately benefit if their superstar quarterback returns to the field in 2026.

Last season, Trinidad Chambliss was a legitimate Heisman Trophy candidate for much of the season and helped guide the Rebels to the College Football Playoff.

Even after Lane Kiffin departed for LSU before the season ended, Ole Miss and Chambliss proved that they were among the best teams in the national championship picture.

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Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss rubs his face during the hearing in his lawsuit against the NCAA.

In 2025, Chambliss passed for nearly 4,000 yards and threw for 22 touchdown passes. The 2026 NFL Draft prospect appears to be holding off on a pro career though.