Ethan Tavel

Joined: Jun 17, 2026

Ethan Tavel is a staff writer for Ole Miss on Sports Illustrated. Tavel has published a wide variety of topics across football and basketball, but primarily talking about collegiate sports. He is currently a sophomore at the University of Mississippi. When he isn’t an analyst, Tavel enjoys spending time with his family and close friends while also being a movie analyst.

Sep 6, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) carries the ball against the Louisville Cardinals during the fourth quarter at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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Trinidad Chambliss came within striking distance of three Ole Miss passing records in 2025. A full season as starter could get him there.

Ole Miss Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) warms up before their Vrbo Fiesta Bowl matchup against the Miami Hurricanes at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, on Jan. 8, 2026.

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A 12-win season, a Lacy rushing record, and a Chambliss passing record headline five bold predictions for Ole Miss football in 2026.

Syracuse wide receiver Johntay Cook (2) falls into the endzone for a touchdown during the Aflac Kickoff Game between the Volunteers and Syracuse held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., on August 30, 2025.

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An unresolved right tackle battle and a rebuilt receiving corps headline the biggest questions Ole Miss still has to answer before Louisville.

Sep 7, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; South Florida Bulls place kicker John Cannon (39) kicks a field goal against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jehiem Oatis (10) during the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

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Jehiem Oatis reunites with former Alabama DC Pete Golding at Ole Miss, bringing him home to Mississippi for his final college season.

Nov 22, 2025; Stanford, California, USA; California Golden Bears linebacker Luke Ferrelli (41) reacts after a blocked field goal attempt by Stanford Cardinal during the second quarter at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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Luke Ferrelli, the ACC's reigning Defensive Rookie of the Year, has already earned a green dot at Ole Miss as he steps into TJ Dottery's old role.

Jan 1, 2026; New Orleans, LA, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) prepares for a snap in the second half during the 2026 Sugar Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Georgia Bulldogs at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

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Trinidad Chambliss joins the Davey O'Brien preseason watch list, but a loaded field of QBs like Arch Manning and John Mateer stands in his way.

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Ole Miss RB Kewan Lacy was one of just three unanimous picks on USA Today's preseason All-America team after rushing for 1,567 yards in 2025.

Jan 8, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Mississippi Rebels players run onto the field prior to the game against the Miami Hurricanes during the 2026 Fiesta Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Ole Miss opens 2026 at No. 9 with six ranked opponents on its schedule, tied for the most nationally. Here's a look at each matchup ahead.

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As defenses gear up to contain Trinidad Chambliss, Kewan Lacy's expanding role as a receiver and pass protector could decide Ole Miss's ceiling.

Sep 6, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Mississippi Rebels offensive lineman Patrick Kutas (75) celebrates after running back Damien Taylor scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Ole Miss returns a proven interior line, but an unsettled right tackle battle could decide how far Trinidad Chambliss and Kewan Lacy can go.

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PFF ranks Byrum Brown No. 1 among SEC quarterbacks despite zero SEC snaps in 2025, leapfrogging Trinidad Chambliss's Playoff-run résumé.

Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) celebrates a play during the CFP Fiesta Bowl against Miami at the State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Ariz., on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026.

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Trinidad Chambliss returns to Ole Miss in 2026 with a shot at a Heisman, an SEC title, and a place among the program's all-time greats.

Ethan Tavel

Joined: Jun 17, 2026

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PFF Has It All Wrong When Grading Trinidad Chambliss Among SEC's Best QBs

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