2025 LB Bryson Walters commits to Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss: ‘I chose the Rebels because it feels like home away from home’
OXFORD, Miss. — Although kickoff is just around the corner, Ole Miss football continues to do work on the recruiting trail as 3-star, 2025 linebacker Bryson Walters out of Itawamba (Miss.) AHS took to social media Friday to pledge his commitment to the Rebels.
Staying Home!! Blessed!! #Committed @CoachGolding @Lane_Kiffin @coachkitchens42 @IAHS_FB
#SipMade | #SipStayed #HoddyToddy pic.twitter.com/luQjKvhx6o
— Bryson Walters (@BrysonCWalters) August 23, 2024
The 6-foot-2, 220-pound Walters stands as the No.167 overall LB in 2025 and the No.37 athlete in the Sip. This is a win for the Rebels, as they keep another strong, home-grown talent in-state.
Walters was offered back in June after making quite the impression on the Ole Miss defensive staff at camp. We spoke with him today after he committed and asked him what made him choose the Rebels.
“I chose the Rebels because it feels like home away from home. Also, I feel like I fit into their defense really well.”
Bryson Walters on Ole Miss
Walters also currently holds offers from Arkansas State,Southern Miss, Tennessee-Martin, Jackson State and Alcorn State. You can expect that list to grow over the coming season.
The Golding Effect
It is worth noting that the “Golding Effect” strikes again, as Walters’ father, Chris, and defensive coordinator Pete Golding played together at Delta State.
“I really like Coach Golding and the way he coaches. Also, every visit I had, the whole staff was really easy to get along with and I enjoyed being around them.”
Bryson Walters on Coach Golding
On the gridiron
Walters closed his junior campaign with 140 total tackles, averaging 13 tackles per game. He tallied 17 tackles for loss in 2023, notching one interception, two sacks, two forced fumble and one fumble recovery.
Few clips from last night against Louisville. Highlight coming soon. 18 tackles, 11 solos, 7 assist, 3 TFL, 1 PD. @CoachGolding @Coach_MBrock @PaulJonesOn3 @joemoreno_USM @CoachSAnderson_ @CoachAlexFaulk @CoachWindham @CoachSchexMSU @CoachMcCannERT @CoachBWhitehead @MacCorleone74 pic.twitter.com/P64ynZKS2d
— Bryson Walters (@BrysonCWalters) November 5, 2023
I had the opportunity to catch Walters at the National Combine last December, and it was clear he is extremely athletic with great footwork. He also has a great internal radar when it comes to scouting out his prey.
Some clips from the @NationalComb1ne this weekend. What an experience getting to compete against some of the best underclassman in the nation! #blessed #backtowork @IAHS_FB @MacCorleone74 @YaitesJames @AWilliamsUSA @Coach_MBrock @Coach_Hall7 @CoachHughFreeze @UANextFootball pic.twitter.com/HxX7fRHqDh
— Bryson Walters (@BrysonCWalters) January 8, 2023
Walters becomes the 16th commitment of the Rebels’ 2025 class. Ole Miss and Lane Kiffin have earned another talented in-state athlete about whom we look forward to sharing more!
Walters kicks-off his senior season in a scrimmage at Corinth tonight at 6:30 PM CST.
Lee Ann Herring-Olvedo
Lee Ann is the Director of Recruiting for The Rebel Walk. She is a veteran SEC sports journalist and NFL content writer. She is also the Sr. Editor for MESPORTS digital. Herring-Olvedo is a Brown University graduate who loves good cigars, good games, and a smooth glass of bourbon — not necessarily in that order.
