Why Austin Simmons transferred from Ole Miss football to Missouri for 2026 season
Former Ole Miss football quarterback Austin Simmons transferred to Missouri in the offseason, and will now face his former team. Here's why he left
Austin Simmons, once Ole Miss football's unquestioned starting quarterback, has transferred to Missouri for the upcoming 2026 season. The shift comes after Simmons sustained an ankle injury during a game against Kentucky in 2025, which led to Trinidad Chambliss taking over as the starter. Chambliss's impressive performance, leading the Rebels to the 2025 College Football Playoff semifinals, prompted Simmons to transfer.
Ole Miss coach Pete Golding expressed understanding of Simmons' situation, acknowledging that only one quarterback can start for the team. Simmons' stats for Missouri include 107 completions out of 165 attempts, 1,434 passing yards, 14 touchdowns, and one interception.
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