Kewan Lacy out for the season due to injury: What’s next for the Ole Miss star RB?

In an unsurprising turn, Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy will miss the rest of the 2026 season due to injury. Lacy has been dinged up all season, and he's been limited in most of the games he's played.

Lacy hasn't played since the Rebels' loss to Texas on Oct. 24, and he finishes with just 388 yards and five touchdowns in six games. Coming into the season, expectations were high for Lacy following a monster 2025 campaign, but his inability to remain healthy derailed him almost immediately.

Last season, Lacy was a breakout star for the Rebels. He led the country with 306 attempts, and he made the most of those opportunities with 1,567 yards and 24 touchdowns. Lacy also made an impact in the passing game with 29 catches for 177 yards, and his explosiveness was apparent every game.

Lacy's absence and ineffectiveness have led to a big drop for the Rebels' rushing attack — slipping from 176.3 yards per game last year to 147.3 yards per game in 2026.

Looking ahead, Lacy will have a big decision to make in the offseason. He should be one of the top NFL Draft prospects at running back, but he…

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