Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart Declares for NFL Draft After Record-Breaking Career

Dart will play in the Gator Bowl against Duke before beginning preparations for the 2025 NFL Draft.

Jaxson Dart announced his decision to declare for the 2025 NFL Draft but will first play in Ole Miss's Gator Bowl matchup on January 2.
The quarterback leaves Ole Miss as the program's all-time leader in career passing yards, surpassing Eli Manning's record with 10,213 yards.
Dart's 2024 season included career highs of 3,875 passing yards, 25 touchdowns, and a 68.6% completion rate while leading the SEC's highest-scoring offense.
Despite the risks of injury, Dart emphasized loyalty to his teammates and fans, promising to give his all in his final college game.
Dart is ranked as the No. 6 quarterback and No. 55 overall prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft class, according to scouting reports.