Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss will not be eligible for the 2026 season after the NCAA formally denied his waiver request this week, putting an end to a multi-week effort from the Rebels and his representation for clearance.

After two impressive performances in the College Football Playoffs, Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss is one of the hottest names on the college market. H

Chambliss had a deal in place at Ole Miss to return in 2026 under first-year coach Pete Golding under the condition his NCAA waiver was granted, but that contract is now void. Tom Mars, Chambliss' attorney, expressed disappointment in the NCAA's decision and said Ole Miss is planning to appeal.

Ole Miss football may have a replacement for Trinidad Chambliss in Auburn QB Deuce Knight, who committed to the Rebels out of the transfer portal

The NCAA on Friday denied Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss a request for a sixth year of college eligibility, making the Rebels’ 31-27 College Football Playoff semifinal loss to Miami potentially his last college game.

The NCAA has reached a final decision on Ole Miss Rebels QB Trinidad Chambliss following their CFP loss to Miami.

Auburn transfer QBDeuce Knight has reportedly committed to Ole Miss, giving the Rebels a potential replacement for Trinidad Chambliss.

Ole Miss football quarterback Trinidad Chambliss has been denied a waiver to play in 2026. Here's what it means for him and the Rebels

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/olemiss as Paul Finebaum Reveals Definitive Statement on Trinidad Chambliss Amid Waiver Saga. Ole Miss Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss has been denied his waiver for the 2026 season after the NCAA revealed its decision following the program's College Football Playoff run.