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LSU's Lane Kiffin said Ole Miss players wanted him to stay for playoffs. Not so, some Rebels say

December 4, 2025

Lane Kiffin's assertion that Ole Miss players wanted him to remain with the team for the playoffs has been challenged by several players and the athletic director. Kiffin claimed he was urged by the team to finish the season, but AD Keith Carter stated that Kiffin was aware he could not coach in the postseason if he left for LSU. Players like starting center Brycen Sanders have publicly disputed Kiffin's narrative.

Lane Kiffin raises his right hand and wears a suit while speaking at a podium

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Lane Kiffin claimed Ole Miss players wanted him to stay for the playoffs.
Several Ole Miss players and AD Keith Carter refuted Kiffin's statement.
Carter indicated Kiffin knew he couldn't coach in the postseason if he left.
Starting center Brycen Sanders disputed Kiffin's narrative on social media.
Kiffin is now the head coach at Louisiana State University.

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LSU's Lane Kiffin said Ole Miss players wanted him to stay for playoffs. Not so, some Rebels say

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