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Kiffin bolts Ole Miss for LSU's massive $84M deal
1 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Lane Kiffin departed Ole Miss for a seven-year, $84 million LSU contract.
- Mentors like Pete Carroll and Nick Saban influenced Kiffin's decision.
- Kiffin cited a family decision and God's guidance for the move.
Lane Kiffin has officially departed Ole Miss after a six-year tenure, signing a significant seven-year contract worth $84 million to coach LSU. This move marks another surprising turn in Kiffin's career, known for his bold decisions.
Kiffin expressed that the decision was challenging, acknowledging the special bond with Ole Miss and the Oxford community. He revealed that advice from mentors, including Pete Carroll and Nick Saban, played a crucial role, with Carroll suggesting his father would have encouraged him to take the opportunity.
The move was also framed as a family decision, with Kiffin stating he felt a calling to impact a new group of people. He acknowledged not being permitted to address the Ole Miss team before his departure, understanding the circumstances.
