Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss prepares for his first full starting season

Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss enters the 2026 season as a featured starter following a rapid rise from his status as an anonymous Division II transfer. After stepping into the role during the 2025 season due to an injury to Austin Simmons, Chambliss finished his campaign ranked eighth in Heisman Trophy voting. He played a primary role in helping the program reach the College Football Playoff and the Fiesta Bowl. His preparation for the upcoming schedule included an offseason marked by national sponsorship deals and a successful legal challenge regarding his eligibility. No. 10 Ole Miss opens its 2026 season against Louisville on September 6 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville.

• 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — No one knew who Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss was a year ago. Now everyone does