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Who Followed Lane Kiffin? The Real Story Revealed
20 Sep
Summary
- Lane Kiffin left Mississippi for LSU in November 2025.
- Several key staff and four players followed Kiffin to LSU.
- Ole Miss retained coach Pete Golding and top offensive players.
The seismic shift in college football coaching saw Lane Kiffin depart Ole Miss for LSU in November 2025, prompting questions about who would follow. Several key staff members, including offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. and brother Chris Kiffin, made the move with Kiffin. Four players also transitioned to LSU: star edge rusher Princewill Umanmielen, linebacker TJ Dottery, and general manager Billy Glasscock, who helped LSU secure the top transfer class.
Ole Miss, under interim head coach Pete Golding, responded effectively. Golding was promoted to full-time head coach, leading the Rebels to the College Football Playoff semifinals. The team also retained pivotal offensive players Trinidad Chambliss and Kewan Lacy, alongside defensive standout Will Echoles. The Rebels also bolstered their front office by hiring Austin Thomas as general manager from LSU's administration.
