As of now, there is no public information indicating that Ole Miss and head coach Lane Kiffin are pursuing a five-star defender who has reclassified to the 2026 recruiting class. However, the Rebels are actively recruiting top defensive talents for the 2026 class.
One notable target is five-star safety Bralan Womack from Flowood, Mississippi. Ranked No. 32 nationally and No. 3 among safeties in the 2026 class, Womack has received significant attention from Ole Miss. Coach Kiffin, along with defensive coordinator Pete Golding and assistant Kevin Bolden, visited Womack at his school, emphasizing his importance in their recruiting efforts.
Additionally, the Rebels are in contention for four-star defensive lineman JaReylan McCoy from Tupelo, Mississippi. After decommitting from LSU, McCoy has scheduled official visits to Ole Miss, LSU, Auburn, and Texas A&M. Given his proximity to Oxford and the Rebels’ persistent recruitment, Ole Miss is considered a strong contender for his commitment.
While there is no current information about a reclassified five-star defender in the 2026 class, Ole Miss continues to focus on securing top defensive talent to bolster their future rosters.