Ole Miss continues its surge on the recruiting trail with the commitment of four-star linebacker JaMichael Garrett, a major addition to Lane Kiffin’s 2026 class.
Garrett, who plays for Central High School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, announced his decision on September 15 after attending the Rebels’ thrilling home win over Arkansas, citing the program’s family atmosphere and the strength of relationships with coaches as key factors in his choice.
Standing at 6-foot-1 and weighing 205 pounds, Garrett is rated Louisiana’s No. 8 overall prospect and a top-15 linebacker nationally. His commitment comes after decommitting from Auburn earlier this summer; fiercely recruited by both SEC rivals and national powers, Garrett ultimately chose the Rebels over LSU, Clemson, Tennessee, Vanderbilt, Missouri, and Southern Cal.