Daniel Demery

About Daniel Demery

Daniel Demery, a member of the Ole Miss Football Team, is a driven and resilient individual. Known for his kindness, determination, and strong attention to detail, he possesses excellent organizational skills. Daniel values punctuality and always moves with respect for others' time, thoughts, and ideas. Although only a sophomore at the University of Mississippi, Daniel has developed a strong interest in pursuing a degree in Exercise Science with a focus in Biomedical Engineering. His journey has been shaped by significant hardships, trials, and tribulations, which have fostered his independence and resilience. Growing up homeless from sixth grade until his senior year of high school, and enduring the loss of his mother in 2023, Daniel exemplifies perseverance, hard work, and self-reliance. These qualities are evident in everything he does—whether in the classroom, the weight room, practice field, or game day. In high school, Daniel was a unanimous three-star prospect, recognized by all major scouting outlets. Initially recruited as a top safety, he has since discovered a passion for his new position at linebacker. As a two-time team captain at Parish Episcopal High School, he earned first-team all-state honors in both 2021 and 2022. Despite drawing attention from top programs, Daniel ultimately chose Ole Miss because it felt like home away from home, a place where he felt a true sense of family and belonging.