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Finebaum Calls Kiffin a Fool After Ole Miss Win
3 Jan
Summary
- Paul Finebaum criticized Lane Kiffin's actions post-Ole Miss Sugar Bowl win.
- Kiffin reportedly wanted to attend the Sugar Bowl but was denied.
- Ole Miss secured a $500,000 bonus tied to Kiffin's previous contract.
ESPN host Paul Finebaum delivered a stinging rebuke of former Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin following the Rebels' Sugar Bowl triumph. Finebaum characterized Kiffin's reported desire to attend the game as making him look like a "complete fool." He suggested that individuals connected to Ole Miss did not want Kiffin involved during their College Football Playoff breakthrough.
Kiffin ultimately watched Ole Miss defeat Georgia from Baton Rouge, attending a women's basketball game instead of the Sugar Bowl. This mirrors his previous ESPN2 appearance during LSU's Texas Bowl, where he commented on Ole Miss' win. The Rebels, now led by head coach Pete Golding, secured a significant $500,000 bonus contractually tied to Kiffin's tenure despite his departure.
Ole Miss' victory propelled them to the CFP semifinals, keeping alive their hopes for a national title. Meanwhile, Kiffin and LSU are reportedly focused on building a competitive team for the upcoming season. The situation highlights the often-turbulent dynamics in college football coaching transitions and media appearances.
