Recruits React: Ole Miss Football Targets Rave About Official Visits to Oxford
Lane Kiffin and his Ole Miss staff just wrapped up a major recruiting weekend, and the buzz from top high school targets is loud and overwhelmingly positive. Multiple four-star prospects who visited Oxford took to social media to praise their experience, and the momentum for Ole Miss recruiting is building fast.
One of the most notable reactions came from four-star wide receiver Xavier McDonald, who simply tweeted “HOTTY TODDY???” after his visit. Sometimes, a few words say everything. McDonald, a Top 100 national prospect, is reportedly weighing offers from multiple SEC schools, but the visit clearly made an impression.
Another key visitor, Zyan Gibson, a four-star cornerback currently committed to Alabama, posted a smiling selfie from Oxford with a cryptic “Hotty toddy” caption. While he maintains his commitment to the Tide, the picture suggests the Rebels may have given him something to think about.
Four-star linebacker Anthony Davis shared a photo with the Ole Miss coaching staff, including defensive coordinator Pete Golding and head coach Lane Kiffin, captioned simply: “Hotty toddy?” Davis is seen as a top defensive target for the Rebels.
Landon Barnes, a rising four-star edge rusher, added to the weekend’s energy with a snapshot captioned: “The Sip?” — a nod to Mississippi’s nickname and a sign of how recruits are buying into the program’s culture and vibe.
Finally, linebacker Noah LaVallee praised the hospitality shown to his family, thanking the staff for a memorable trip that made a real impact.
Bottom Line:
Ole Miss left a powerful impression on multiple elite recruits during the official visit weekend. With the energy coming out of Oxford, the Rebels could be poised to land some game-changing commitments in the weeks ahead.
