Ole Miss safety position heavily altered ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
As of August 13, 2026, Ole Miss prepares for a significant overhaul in its safety position for the upcoming season. The team has lost several contributors from last year's squad, including Wydette Williams and Sage Ryan. Key transfers include Joenel Aguero from Georgia and Sharif Denson from Florida, expected to play vital roles. The coaching staff aims to upgrade talent in the NIL era while evaluating returners who will compete for starting positions. Ole Miss will need to quickly assess the quality of its new roster as the season approaches.
- •Ole Miss lost several safeties, including Wydette Williams and Sage Ryan.
- •Joenel Aguero and Sharif Denson are key transfers joining the team.
- •Coaches are focused on upgrading talent amid the NIL era.
- •Competition for starting spots includes several intriguing returners.
- •The new roster's quality will be assessed quickly as the season starts.
- 2:51 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Ole Miss Position Previews: Safety
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