Ole Miss football edge rusher Princewill Umanmielen has committed to LSU, but the Rebels will receive his buyout compensation.

Princewill Umanmielen leaves Ole Miss for LSU, triggering buyouts, roster math, and a hard look at replaceability under Pete Golding.

Pet Golding and Ole Miss football have been busy in the transfer portal. Here's a look at the best attributes and remain questions of the class

Pete Golding and Co. are looking to retain their star defender, reportedly not expected to process paperwork to put Umanmielen into portal.

Following that breakout season, Ole Miss had publicly announced Umanmielen would return in 2026 and that the school had re-signed him to a new deal. However, hours before the portal closed Friday night, Umanmielen declared his intent to transfer by entering the portal, according to On3.

Ole Miss contests a portal move tied to LSU interest, raising questions about NIL contracts and whether disruption matters more than winning.

Cayden Lee is expected to withdraw from the transfer portal and stay if quarterback Trinidad Chambliss is granted his waiver to play.