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Oct 26, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels linebacker Suntarine Perkins (4), defensive tackle Akelo Stone (95) and defensive end Princely Umanmielen (1) react after a fourth down stop during the second half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The Buzz: Multiple Ole Miss Football Transfers Reveal Portal Destinations

Originally posted on Ole Miss Rebels on SI | By Zack Nagy | Last updated May 15, 2025 3:30 PM ET

Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels continue roster reconstruction in Oxford with the program gearing up for a critical 2025 season this fall.

Ole Miss will have over 25 newcomers via the NCAA Transfer Portal after hitting the recruiting trail with force, but the program has also seen multiple departures.

During the spring window of the portal, Kiffin and Co. saw a handful of players reveal their intentions of testing the free agent market.

Now, the portal destinations have been revealed.

Where have the departing Rebels landed?

The Departing Rebels: Transfers Find New Homes

Pierce Clarkson: Quarterback

Clarkson, who transferred to Kiffin's program during the winter window of the portal, elected to depart following less than five months in the Magnolia State.

After two seasons with Louisville, the 6-foot-1, 195-pounder made the move to Oxford after seeing limited playing time time with the Cardinals.

Then, he made the decision to hop back in the portal with the attention of multiple Power Four schools.

Ole Miss handed the keys to youngster Austin Simmons during Spring Camp where he will look to take over following the departure of Jaxson Dart.

It was Simmons and Clarkson who competed for meaningful reps with Kiffin and Co. ultimately rolling with Simmons, leading to the departure of the former Louisville signal-caller.

Sources: Former Louisville and Ole Miss QB Pierce Clarkson has signed with UCLA. He’ll have three years of eligibility remaining. He’s a Los Angeles native who is headed home. pic.twitter.com/XLhLM4V7Ne
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) May 13, 2025

After a stint in the NCAA Transfer Portal, Clarkson has now found his new home after committing to the UCLA Bruins on Tuesday.

Akelo Stone: Defensive Lineman

Stone, who initially joined Lane Kiffin's program after three seasons with the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, appeared in 11 games for the Rebels in 2024.

After double-digit appearances, Stone finished the season with 15 tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, one quarterback hurry and a pass breakup last season.

Stone played 286 snaps for the Rebels while taking reps with both the defensive unit and the special teams unit throughout his time with Ole Miss.

He wrapped up his stint in Oxford with 27 total tackles (12 solo), 2.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, four quarterback hurries, one forced fumble and a pass breakup across two seasons.

BREAKING: Ole Miss transfer DL Akelo Stone has Committed to Georgia Tech, he tells @on3sports

The 6’2 285 DL was one of the Top Available DL in the Portal

Will have 1 year of eligibility remaining https://t.co/RlUbB6EMhS pic.twitter.com/fSn5p0mmFB
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) April 25, 2025

Now, he's made his decision. Stone will make a return to the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets for his final season of eligibility.

Jordon Simmons: Running Back

Simmons, who transferred in from Akron during the winter window of the Transfer Portal, departed after less than a handful of months with the program.

The 5-foot-11, 200-pounder was then in search of a new home in what will be his final season of eligibility during the 2025 season.

Simmons departed the Akron program after leading the Zips with 664 yards and two touchdowns across 11 games in 2024.

Prior to making the move to Akron, Simmons spent four seasons with the Michigan State Spartans where he accumulated 520 total yards on 34 carries during his time in East Lansing.

For Simmons, he's made a business decision in order to find instant playing time at his next destination.