Virginia Tech transfer WR Isaiah Spencer commits to Ole Miss
Aug 31, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Isaiah Spencer (14) reacts after making a catch against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn ImagesDaniel HagerWed, January 14, 2026 at 11:55 PM UTC·2 min read
Virginia Tech transfer junior wide receiver Isaiah Spencer has committed to Ole Miss via the NCAA Transfer Portal, per On3’s Hayes Fawcett. He was the No. 1,676 ranked player (No. 240 wide receiver) in On3’s Transfer Portal Rankings.
Spencer played in all 12 games last season, hauling in 14 receptions for 194 yards. Prior to transferring to Virginia Tech, Spencer spent his freshman and sophomore seasons at Jackson State (2023-2024), where he totaled 59 receptions for 867 yards and five touchdowns.
BREAKING: Virginia Tech transfer WR Isaiah Spencer has committed to Ole Miss, @Hayesfawcett3 reports https://t.co/zDwnMkYeTP pic.twitter.com/BdU1i8vgF5
— Transfer Portal (@TransferPortal) January 14, 2026
Spencer’s addition serves as some good news for the Ole Miss football program. It was much needed, as it was revealed on Jan. 9 that star quarterback Trinidad Chambliss‘ appeal for a sixth and final year of eligibility had been denied by the NCAA.
Chambliss opened the season as Austin Simmons‘ backup, but assumed starting duties once Simmons suffered an injury in the Rebels’ 30-23 victory over Kentucky on Sept. 6. Not only did Chambliss serviceably fill in for Simmons, but he evolved into one of the best quarterbacks in the sport. He passed for 3,937 yards and 22 touchdowns with just three interceptions this season, along with rushing for 527 yards and eight more scores.
“I’m disappointed, but not surprised,” Chambliss’ legal counsel, Tom Mars, said. “The last time I checked, however, the only score that matters is the one at the end of the fourth quarter. I assume that Ole Miss will file an appeal with the NCAA, but that’s their decision to make.”
“However, there’s now an opportunity to move this case to a level playing field where Trinidad’s rights will be determined by the Mississippi judiciary instead of some bureaucrats in Indianapolis who couldn’t care less about the law or doing the right thing. Whether to pursue that course of action is a decision only Trinidad and his parents can make.”
Ole Miss brought in Auburn quarterback Deuce Knight from the portal to replace Chambliss.
Isaiah Spencer is the 16th Transfer Portal addition for Ole Miss.
Jr. S Joenel Aguero (Georgia)
So. DL Michai Boireau (Florida)
So. CB Jay Crawford (Auburn)
Fr. OL Carius Curne (LSU)
Jr. CB Sharif Denson (Florida)
RS-Sr. OL Troy Everett (Oklahoma)
RS-Jr. QB Walker Howard (Louisiana)
RS-So. S Edwin Joseph (Florida State)
Fr. QB Deuce Knight (Auburn)
Fr. RB JT Lindsey (LSU)
RS-Jr. EDGE Jonathan Maldonado (Nevada)
Fr. WR Cameron Miller (Kentucky)
Sr. DL Jehiem Oatis (Colorado)
So. TE Brady Prieskorn (Michigan)
Jr. WR Isaiah Spencer (Virginia Tech)
Sr. LB Keaton Thomas (Baylor)
To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire.
The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and Twitter account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.
