MMOexp CFB 26: Though he has yet to take a snap

Here are the top-rated Ole Miss players in College Football 26 and what makes each of CUT 26 Coins them stand out:

LB Suntarine Perkins — 93 Overall

 

Suntarine Perkins headlines the Rebels' roster with a stellar 93 overall rating, making him the second-highest-rated linebacker in the entire game. A former No. 1 overall high school recruit in Mississippi, Perkins has blossomed into a national star. In 2024, he tied for the team lead in sacks with 10.5 and consistently disrupted opposing offenses with his hybrid skill set.

 

Now entering what's likely his final season before heading to the NFL, Perkins is projected as a first-round pick in the 2026 draft. His athleticism, football IQ, and versatility make him a game-changer both in real life and in CFB 26.

 

HB Damien Taylor — 89 Overall

A major addition through the transfer portal, Damien Taylor brings a powerful punch to the Ole Miss backfield. The former Troy standout ran for over 1,000 yards and eight touchdowns last season, averaging an impressive 5.8 yards per carry.

 

Though he has yet to take a snap in the SEC, Taylor is expected to make an immediate impact. He'll be part of a running back rotation under Kevin Smith, but his combination of power and vision gives him the potential to buy College Football 26 Coins emerge as a featured weapon in 2025.