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Lane Kiffin Joins On-Field Proposal During Ole Miss’ 49-0 Win

The SEC Network clip highlighted Kiffin’s fan-friendly persona during a 9-1 campaign.

Overview

  • During a television-timeout field-goal promotion, former Ole Miss pole vaulter Drew O’Connor proposed to Madison Barnette on the field.
  • Head coach Lane Kiffin walked over to congratulate the couple and posed for photos in front of the crowd.
  • Kiffin said postgame he had not planned to join the moment and only learned of the proposal over his headset.
  • The SEC Network broadcast captured the exchange, and video was widely shared on social media.
  • The proposal unfolded during a 49-0 win over The Citadel that moved Ole Miss to 9-1 with Florida up next.