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Ole Miss Starting WR Cayden Lee Transfers to SEC Rival Program

Ole Miss Starting WR Cayden Lee Transfers to SEC Rival Program

Summary

Ole Miss starting wide receiver Cayden Lee has transferred to the Missouri Tigers for the upcoming season. Lee played in all 15 games for Ole Miss last season and will potentially have a larger role at Missouri as they prepare for future NFL drafts.

Key Facts

  • Cayden Lee, a starting wide receiver for Ole Miss, has transferred to the Missouri Tigers.
  • Lee played in all 15 games for Ole Miss last season, including three College Football Playoff games.
  • He had a total of 635 receiving yards and three touchdowns during the season.
  • Lee was part of Ole Miss when they almost defeated the Miami Hurricanes in the semifinals.
  • Missouri needs a new top wide receiver as their current senior, Kevin Coleman Jr., is expected to enter the 2026 NFL Draft.
  • Lee aims to become a leading target at Missouri and make a case for himself for the 2027 NFL Draft.
  • The addition of Lee has improved Missouri's ranking in the transfer portal to 19th place nationally.

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