Miami DL facing its biggest CFP challenge yet thanks to this Ole Miss star

Fansided | January 7, 2026

The Miami defensive line will have its biggest challenge in at least the College Football Playoff against elusive Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss.

Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. (4) and defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor (3) celebrates after sacking Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

After 16 tackles for loss and 12 sacks combined in College Football Playoff wins at Texas A&M and against Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl, Miami could have its biggest test against Mississippi in the Fiesta Bowl quarterfinal on Thursday night.