2028 defensive lineman Antavion Allen commits to Ole Miss over LSU, Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 4:19 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Antavion Allen, a top 100 defensive lineman from Hattiesburg, has committed to Ole Miss, opting for the Rebels over LSU, Texas, and Alabama. Ranked #2 in Mississippi and #10 nationally in his position, Allen is the second commitment for Ole Miss's 2028 recruiting class. The decision underscores the recruiting success of head coach Pete Golding, particularly in securing in-state talent. With the defensive line undergoing significant changes, Allen's addition demonstrates a focus on strengthening the trenches in future seasons.
- •Antavion Allen is ranked #92 overall nationwide.
- •He is the second recruit from Mississippi in the 2028 class.
- •Allen's size is noted as he measures 6'4" and 289 pounds.
- •Pete Golding has emphasized building depth in the defensive line.
- •Ole Miss aims to enhance its recruitment strategy with this commitment.
- 4:19 PMYahoo Sports — 2028 Top 100 Defensive Lineman chooses Ole Miss over LSU, Texas and Alabama
"I mean how often have you read a title like that? A top 100 recruit, on the defensive line, choosing the Rebels over those three names? That doesn’t include Auburn, Florida, Oregon or Tennessee. Times have certainly changed, but Pete Golding can clearly recruit with the best of them. Yea, there is a long way […]
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