#97
Ari Slocum
Returning to Southern Miss for 2026
Farmerville, La. → Union Parish HS
via southernmiss.com ↗Ari Slocum
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Blake Anderson
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Southern Miss
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive line · Southern Miss
Returning around him
- Transfer portal: +10 net (38 in / 28 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Southern Miss · Last season: 7-6 · Talent rank #83 · 2026 recruiting class #108
Background
High School: Played at Union Parish High School…Posted 48 tackles, seven of which were for loss, as well as one pass breakup, one fumble recovery and 14 quarterback hurries…Also played offensive line and at tight end…Played mostly offense as a junior, but also got some limited defensive reps…Reco...
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