Ole Miss Leads 2026 Top 100
Ole Miss has two players in the top six of the 2026 college football player rankings, leading a loaded class.
The update
Ole Miss is the only school with two players in the top six of ESPN’s 2026 college football player rankings. The Rebels feature four players on the list overall, led by a pair of stars in the top 10. Defending national champion Indiana and Texas each have seven players on the list, while Oregon leads with eight. Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith claims the No. 1 spot overall.
Why it matters
This ranking highlights the current strength of college football rosters as the 2026 season approaches. It shows how programs are building depth and star power, which often correlates with national title contention. The concentration of talent at certain schools like Ole Miss and Oregon suggests those programs will be major factors in the upcoming season.
What to watch
How these top-ranked players perform in the first few weeks of the season will be key. Watch for breakout performances from the Ohio State star and the Ole Miss duo. Also, monitor how the teams with the most players on the list, like Indiana and Texas, translate that depth into wins.
Sources
- espn.com — Top 100 rankings, school representation (Ole Miss, Indiana, Texas, Oregon, Ohio State)
- SB Nation — Ole Miss having two top-6 players, four total Rebels on list
- The Columbus Dispatch — Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith at No. 1, Ohio-based players on USA Today list