6’8″ Star Ahmad Hudson Visits Ole Miss: No. 1 2027 TE Talks Dual-Sport Dreams
OXFORD, Miss. — If you’re looking for excitement in college football recruiting, Oxford, Mississippi has become a hotspot. Known as The Velvet Ditch, the town is quickly becoming a magnet for top-tier talent—especially at the tight end position. This past weekend, Ole Miss hosted Mark Bowman, the No. 1 tight end in the class of 2026, for an official visit. But the surprise of the weekend came in the form of Ahmad Hudson, the five-star, top-ranked tight end in the class of 2027.
Standing 6-foot-8 and weighing 230 pounds, Hudson hails from Ruston High School in Louisiana. Not only is he a dominant football prospect, but he also shines on the basketball court. Ranked the No. 12 overall athlete nationally for 2027 and one of Louisiana’s premier prospects, Hudson is drawing major attention—and rightfully so.
Top 60 player in the country in two sports🙏🏽I’m just blessed pic.twitter.com/hm7fyHUrAy
— Ahmad Hudson (@AhmadHudson9) May 1, 2025
Making waves on the field
Hudson already boasts more than 22 offers from football, alone, with interest from major programs across the country. As a sophomore, he helped lead Ruston High School to an 11-3 record and a trip to the Louisiana Division I Non-Select Championship Game. His season stats? 41 catches, 718 yards, and 6 touchdowns—earning him All-Ruston Daily Newcomer of the Year honors.
Dominating on the hardwood
Coaches across the country prize multi-sport athletes, and Hudson fits the bill. Following a basketball tournament in Memphis this past weekend, he took the opportunity to stop by Oxford for a visit to Ole Miss.
Hudson is just as impressive on the basketball court. As a sophomore, he was named Louisiana District 2-5A MVP and Ruston Daily Leader MVP, averaging 21 points, 14 rebounds, and 3 blocks per game. He notched multiple standout performances, including 28 points and 29 rebounds against West Monroe and 19 points and 15 rebounds against Richwood.
AHMAD HUDSON OH MY GOODNESS pic.twitter.com/RvMBzdLnLd
— FastBreak Entertainment (@FastBreak__ENT) March 8, 2024
His freshman season laid a strong foundation, earning All-State honors while averaging 14 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 3 blocks per game. During Nike EYBL play with JL3 Elite, he contributed 8.5 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks per game on 52% shooting from the field. His growth trajectory has been nothing short of elite.
The Quick Scout: Hudson as a Game-Changer
Hudson is more than just a dynamic pass-catcher—he’s a game-changer. Whether lining up wide or in a traditional tight end role, his combination of size, athleticism, and football IQ makes him a nightmare for defenders. His air control, body awareness, and leaping ability are rare traits for a player his size.
Hudson’s sophomore season showcased his abilities. He plays with a physical edge and a high motor, and though still refining his blocking technique, the foundation is clearly there. His second-jump ability alone makes him a mismatch nightmare—and that’s just the beginning.
Hudson talks Ole Miss visit
Despite weather shortening his visit, Hudson still made time to connect with the Ole Miss coaching staff after his tournament in Memphis wrapped up.
“The weather wasn’t on our side this visit, so my time was limited. However, the interaction with the coaching staff was definitely a high point.”
Ahmad Hudson
With dual-sport talent at this level, we had to ask: would Hudson want to continue both football and basketball in college?
“Yes! The option of playing both sports is one of the boxes that has to be checked,” he explained.
While Hudson didn’t name specific schools outside of Ole Miss, he emphasized the importance of consistent communication in his recruitment.
“I want to be able to put in the necessary work and play as a freshman.”
Ahmad Hudson
That mindset speaks volumes—not just about his talent, but about his hunger to make an immediate impact.
Looking Ahead
Though his visit was brief, Hudson made it clear he’s interested in returning to Oxford when conditions allow for a more in-depth look at campus life. With so many top programs vying for his commitment, Ole Miss has positioned itself well by staying proactive and consistent.
As Hudson’s recruitment journey continues, one thing is certain: whether it’s on the field or the court, his ceiling is sky-high. The question now is—will Ole Miss be the school that checks all the boxes?
Stay with The Rebel Walk for exclusive updates on Hudson’s recruitment and more from the trail.
Lee Ann Herring-Olvedo
Herring-Olvedo sees college football the way championship programs do—from inside the personnel room. Every evaluation, every roster move, every recruiting battle tells a bigger story about identity, culture, and how a program is built to win in December, not just July.
With more than 15 years covering the SEC and the national recruiting landscape, Herring-Olvedo has built a reputation as one of the sport’s most respected personnel-driven voices—blending film evaluation, roster construction, and long-term program vision through a true front-office lens. Her coverage of powerhouse brands like Ole Miss Rebels and Kentucky Wildcatshas consistently gone beyond headlines, focusing instead on the blueprint behind winning programs: development, fit, culture, and recruiting strategy.
That foundation was formed early at Brown University, where she worked in player personnel and recruiting while competing as a student-athlete. Inside those recruiting operations rooms, she learned how elite organizations are truly built—through relentless evaluation, relationship building, projection, and trust in the board. Those experiences shaped the way she studies the game today: part scout, part storyteller, part architect.
Her analysis and reporting have appeared across major platforms including ESPN, NFL coverage spaces, USA Today Sports, and Saturday Down South. She also brought her personnel-minded approach to the airwaves as an on-air analyst for the Wake Up 502 College Football Show on Big X Sports Radio 96.1, where she became known for combining film-room detail with a wider understanding of roster identity and program trajectory.
In 2025, covering the rise of Houston Cougars football under Willie Fritz reignited the part of the sport that first drew her into football—the culture, the edge, the belief that a roster can reshape an entire city. That inspiration led to the launch of Coogs 365 Sports, a platform built to cover Houston athletics through a true scouting and recruiting lens while connecting the emotion of the game to the heartbeat of H-Town.
Now, Herring-Olvedo returns to The Rebel Walk where with an even deeper perspective shaped by years inside recruiting circles, national SEC coverage, and hands-on evaluation experience. Her return brings a familiar voice back to Ole Miss coverage—but with an evolved lens rooted in roster architecture, player development, and the modern realities of building championship-caliber football in the NIL and portal era.
For Herring-Olvedo, recruiting has never been about stars beside a name. It is about identifying competitors, projecting growth, and building a locker room capable of sustaining success. Her philosophy mirrors the best front offices in football: stack traits, trust culture, and never stop building.
