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Top Ole Miss Edge Rusher Joins LSU with $1M Deal

1/23/2026

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Umanmielen Commits to LSU

Princewill Umanmielen, a top edge rusher from Ole Miss, committed to LSU, adding a disruptive defender for the Tigers.
At Ole Miss, he led the team with nine sacks and earned All-SEC third team honors.
The transfer carries a $500,000–$600,000 buyout and a reported $1 million in NIL deals, making him the fourth Ole Miss player to move to LSU under coach Lane Kiffin.

Summary

Kiffin Boosts LSU

Lane Kiffin's arrival at LSU has sparked a historic recruiting surge, with over 40 signees from the NCAA Transfer Portal, including a pursuit of offensive lineman Jordan Seaton.
Princewill Umanmielen transferred from Ole Miss after leading Ole Miss with nine sacks in 2025.
LSU's class includes eight Top-100 transfers.
Ole Miss experienced roster changes with 21 players entering the portal.
Four of those players followed Lane Kiffin to LSU.

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Historical Context

In 2021, the NCAA launched the Transfer Portal, granting athletes increased freedom to transfer schools. This initiative resulted in over 1,000 football players transferring in its inaugural year, exemplified by Princewill Umanmielen's move to LSU. The shift has intensified competition and financial stakes, with Umanmielen's transfer involving a buyout of $500,000–$600,000 and $1 million in NIL deals.

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Umanmielen Commits to LSU

Princewill Umanmielen, a top edge rusher from Ole Miss, committed to LSU, adding a disruptive defender for the Tigers.
At Ole Miss, he led the team with nine sacks and earned All-SEC third team honors.
The transfer carries a $500,000–$600,000 buyout and a reported $1 million in NIL deals, making him the fourth Ole Miss player to move to LSU under coach Lane Kiffin.

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