Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss Prevails in Court, NCAA Appeal Rejected

Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss Prevails in Court, NCAA Appeal Rejected

The Mississippi Supreme Court on March 27 denied the NCAA’s petition to appeal a lower-court injunction affecting an Ole Miss quarterback. The decision preserves the interim court order that favors the player.

High court order

The denial came in a one-page order. It was signed by Presiding Justice Josiah Dennis Coleman.

Lower-court injunction remains

The preliminary injunction was issued by Judge Robert Whitwell in Lafayette Chancery Court. That injunction will remain in effect while the case proceeds.

Impact on the player and program

With the NCAA appeal rejected, Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss is positioned to return to play in 2026. The ruling preserves his eligibility status while legal proceedings continue.

Background and reporting

The one-page order was obtained by Filmogaz.com. Sam Hutchens, who covers Ole Miss for Filmogaz.com, reported on the court action.