BREAKING: In a move that will forever change the landscape of Ole Miss football, legendary Ole Miss Rebels alum Archie Manning has made a staggering $10 million donation to the Ole Miss program.
OXFORD, MS — Archie Manning, the most iconic figure in Ole Miss football history, is once again giving back to the program that shaped him — this time in a historic way. The legendary quarterback and patriarch of the first family of football has announced a $10 million donation to the University of Mississippi’s football program, marking one of the largest gifts in school athletic history.
The donation, while not the $60 million rumored by some sources earlier this year, is still a monumental gesture from a man who has never stopped supporting his alma mater. The university confirmed that the funds will go toward facility upgrades, athlete wellness programs, and long-term investment in recruiting and development infrastructure — positioning the Rebels for continued success in the competitive SEC landscape.
“This university gave me everything,” said Manning in a heartfelt statement. “It gave me a home, an opportunity, and a lifelong family. I want to make sure future generations of Rebels have even more than I did.”
The Manning family has long been intertwined with the Ole Miss legacy. Archie’s sons, Peyton and Eli, have made their own marks on football, but Archie’s roots remain deeply planted in Oxford. His continued support — through the Manning Passing Academy, alumni events, and now this transformative gift — is a testament to the enduring connection he feels to the program.
Athletic Director Keith Carter called the gift “a game-changer” and confirmed that part of the donation will support new upgrades to Vaught–Hemingway Stadium, improved nutrition and sports science support, and enhanced NIL infrastructure to keep the program competitive.
“This gift from Archie Manning is not just generous — it’s visionary,” Carter said. “It ensures that Ole Miss will remain a destination for elite student-athletes for generations.”
As college football grows more competitive than ever, especially with NIL, transfer portals, and conference realignments reshaping the landscape, Manning’s $10 million commitment is a strong signal: Ole Miss is ready to rise.
And as always, Rebel Nation stands proud — and grateful — to have one of its own leading the charge.
