Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart delivered some big news in the most genuine way possible on Friday. Taking to social media, Dart announced that he’s holding off on the NFL Draft for now and gearing up for one more year with the Rebels. Oh, and he sprinkled in some love for his teammates and excitement about the Rebels’ upcoming bowl game clash with the Duke Blue Devils. It wasn’t just an announcement; it was a love letter to Rebel Nation that caught the attention of his vocal head coach, Lane Kiffin.
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Lane Kiffin, being Lane Kiffin, didn’t let that moment slip by. The Ole Miss head coach shared his Senior QB1’s post on X and let the world know exactly how much his services and he as a person mean to the team. “This is so perfect!! Ultimate leader every day by example. Completely selfless. He didn’t just write that down and post it. He lived it every day. We are blessed to have you as a teammate,” Kiffin wrote. That’s high praise from a guy who’s seen his fair share of quarterbacks.
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With Dart choosing the Rebels over the draft spotlight, Ole Miss fans are in for one more season under his leadership. And for now, it’s all eyes on Duke.