BREAKING: Judge Rules in Trinidad Chambliss’ favor, grants temporary injunction allowing him to play in 2026

CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. — A Mississippi chancery court judge ruled Wednesday in favor of Trinidad Chambliss’ request for a preliminary injunction, clearing the way for the Ole Miss quarterback to compete in 2026 while his lawsuit against the NCAA continues.

The judge granted Chambliss’ request for a preliminary injunction that temporarily blocks the NCAA from enforcing its denial of his additional year of eligibility. The ruling clears the way for the Ole Miss quarterback to participate in spring practice and compete during the 2026 season while the broader lawsuit against the NCAA continues.

The decision marks a significant legal victory for Chambliss and his legal team, led by prominent attorneys Tom Mars and William Liston. Chambliss’ side argued in court that the NCAA improperly applied its waiver standards when it denied Chambliss’ medical hardship request related to his 2022 season at Ferris State.

His lawyers contended that documented medical circumstances from that season warranted an additional year under the NCAA’s own framework. They also maintained that the internal appeals process failed to provide fair consideration of the evidence presented by Ole Miss.

On the other side, NCAA attorneys defended the organization’s decision, arguing that its eligibility review process was consistent with established bylaws and precedent. They urged the court not to interfere with what they described as a properly administered waiver system.

The judge’s ruling does not resolve the entire case. Instead, it grants temporary relief — meaning the NCAA cannot enforce its eligibility ruling against Chambliss while the lawsuit proceeds through the courts.

In practical terms, the injunction allows Chambliss to suit up for Ole Miss in 2026, even though the larger legal dispute remains ongoing. If the court had denied the motion, Chambliss likely would have been forced to enter the NFL Draft or sit out the season while awaiting a final resolution.

Now, barring a successful appeal by the NCAA of the injunction itself, Chambliss is positioned to return as Ole Miss’ starting quarterback for another campaign.

The 2025 breakout star threw for 3,937 yards with 22 touchdowns and just three interceptions, while adding 527 rushing yards and eight more scores on the ground during the Rebels’ run to the College Football Playoff semifinals. His return immediately reshapes expectations for Ole Miss heading into 2026.

The broader lawsuit will continue in chancery court, where the judge will ultimately decide whether the NCAA’s denial should be permanently overturned. But for now, the most immediate question has been answered.

Trinidad Chambliss will be eligible to play.

And Ole Miss’ championship aspirations remain intact.