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Kiffin's Coaching Saga Overshadows Ole Miss' Playoff Push
13 Nov
Summary
- Ole Miss Rebels ranked #7 with chance to reach CFP for first time
- Kiffin's future a hot topic, linked to Florida Gators job
- Kiffin focused on keeping Ole Miss' winning streak alive
As the #7 Ole Miss Rebels prepare to host the Florida Gators in a crucial Week 12 SEC showdown on November 13, 2025, the focus has shifted away from the team's impressive on-field performance and potential College Football Playoff berth.
Instead, the future of head coach Lane Kiffin has become the dominant narrative. Kiffin has emerged as a primary target for the Florida Gators' head coaching job, with ESPN's Paul Finebaum believing the Ole Miss decision-maker would consider the Gators as his "first choice" if he were to leave Oxford.
However, Kiffin remains steadfast in his commitment to the Rebels, stating that he is focused on keeping the team's winning streak alive and reaching the CFP for the first time in school history. He cautioned that with the current landscape of college football, where a single loss can quickly drop a team out of the top 10, he is not looking too far ahead and is instead concentrating on the task at hand.
Despite the ongoing speculation surrounding Kiffin's future, the Rebels continue their pursuit of a historic season. With their sights set on the College Football Playoff, they will look to overcome the Gators and maintain their position as one of the top teams in the nation.
