As the transfer portal reaches its final stretch, excitement and urgency fill the air, propelling efforts into overdrive for the next few days. In Oxford, Portal Pete and his dedicated team are determined to maintain the high momentum surrounding their recruitment strategy. This week, the Rebels are set to host a highly anticipated visitor: Que McBroom, the 6-foot-5, 325-pound offensive lineman who previously played for ULM .
The former JUCO All-American known for his imposing stature and remarkable skill set, McBroom has demonstrated his prowess on the field Standing out on the field, he possesses an impressive wingspan that measures a remarkable 7 feet 4 inches. This season alone, he has participated in a substantial total of 673 snaps, during which he showcased his exceptional skills by allowing only two sacks throughout the entire duration. His performance has been consistently strong, as evidenced by his solid career pass-blocking grade of 71.3 according to Pro Football Focus (PFF). Notably, in a standout game against Alabama, McBroom achieved an impressive pass-blocking grade of 68.3 while managing to keep his record clean with zero sacks allowed. The Rebels could greatly benefit from such solid protection in the trenches, where games are often won or lost.
Ahead of his visit to Oxford, Ole Miss 365 had the opportunity to connect with McBroom, who shared insights into his upcoming visit to the Velvet Ditch. Unlike the traditional high school recruitment processes that follow a more predictable timeline, the portal moves at a breakneck pace, presenting new challenges and opportunities at every turn. So each visit that the Rebels get is a big opportunity with big implications for the future.
When asked about what he is most eager to experience during his upcoming trip to Ole Miss, McBroom expressed, “I’m most looking forward to gaining the feel of Oxford and to understanding the feel of the new offense.”
The Rebels’ historic run may have concluded sooner than many fans would have preferred, but this premature ending does not diminish the profound impact it has on sustaining momentum for the future of Ole Miss football.
As they look ahead, the focus shifts to the critical task of continuing to attract top-tier talent to their program. McBroom shared what he finds particularly compelling about Ole Miss: “Ole Miss stands out because I feel like the Rebels will have an opportunity to be back in a playoff seed & compete for a National Championship again so that adds great value to why I like the Rebels,” highlighting how this prospect of success adds significant value to his interest in the team.
This optimistic outlook is crucial as the Rebels prepare to make their case to McBroom, who is considerably one of the most sought-after talents from the transfer portal. Today, he will meet with the Crimson Tide before heading to Oxford for a two-day visit filled with discussions about strategy, culture, and vision. For Ole Miss, this final opportunity to impress McBroom could be pivotal in solidifying their roster and reinforcing their aspirations of returning to championship contention in the seasons ahead.