With spring practices wrapped and Lane Kiffin’s offense humming through its usual fast-paced rhythm, Ole Miss enters the summer with a clear, yet tantalizingly deep offensive depth chart. While returning stars headline the unit, transfers and breakout spring performers have added intrigue to nearly every position.
Quarterback
There’s no debate at QB1: Jaxson Dart retains command after a strong 2024 campaign, displaying improved pocket poise and a firmer grasp on Kiffin’s tempo-heavy attack. Dart looked sharper this spring, pushing throws downfield with confidence and making faster reads. Behind him, Walker Howard has solidified the QB2 spot. His deep ball showed polish, and his command of the offense continues to grow. Incoming freshman Austin Simmons turned heads with his athleticism, though he remains developmental.
Running Back
Despite the departure of Quinshon Judkins, the backfield remains loaded. Ulysses Bentley IV is the presumed starter, showing spring flashes of his elite speed and lateral agility. He’ll be pushed by Henry Parrish Jr., the Miami transfer who brings experience and vision. Freshman Kedrick Reescano made a case for early reps, showing violent cuts and surprising burst. Expect a committee, but Bentley gets first crack.
Wide Receiver
This might be the deepest WR corps in the SEC. Tre Harris returns as the alpha, fully healthy and uncoverable at times this spring. Jordan Watkins remains the most trusted slot target, a chain-mover with elite route nuance. The name on everyone’s lips, though, is Deion Smith, the LSU transfer who finally gained eligibility. His vertical explosiveness adds a scary new layer. Ayden Williams, a sophomore, had a breakout spring and will be hard to keep off the field.
Tight End
Georgia transfer Oscar Delp is the likely starter, stepping into the role vacated by Caden Prieskorn. Delp offers a more dynamic pass-catching element, with soft hands and deceptive speed. Hudson Wolfe and Kyirin Heath provide depth and size, with Wolfe looking particularly polished as an in-line blocker this spring.
Offensive Line
The line has quietly become a team strength. Jayden Williams anchors left tackle with a mean streak and improved footwork. The interior trio—Victor Curne at left guard, Jeremy James shifting to center, and Micah Pettus at right guard—brings SEC battle scars and cohesion. Cedric Melton holds down right tackle, but true freshman Jamarion Gordon made noise and could challenge by fall camp.
Kiffin’s offense has the pieces to be terrifyingly balanced—explosive on the perimeter, seasoned in the trenches, and helmed by a quarterback now fully matured in the scheme. With a mix of star power, portal steals, and homegrown talent, Ole Miss’ 2025 offense could be its most dangerous under the Lane Train.
