Trinidad Chambliss' attorneys file response vs NCAA over appeal denial

Trinidad Chambliss, an Ole Miss quarterback, is challenging the NCAA's denial of his eligibility appeal for the 2026 football season through a legal response filed on February 7, 2026. Chambliss, a former Division II Ferris State player, is seeking a sixth year of eligibility due to a medical hardship waiver for his 2022 season, which was impacted by illness and respiratory issues. His legal team, comprising Tom Mars and William Liston, argues that granting the waiver would not significantly affect college sports. The NCAA had previously upheld its initial denial of the waiver. A hearing is scheduled for February 12 in Pittsboro, Mississippi, where Chambliss seeks a preliminary injunction. Chambliss has a lucrative deal with Ole Miss for the 2026 season, reported to be worth over $5 million, potentially surpassing his earnings as a mid-round NFL draft pick.