Overview
- Kiffin announced on social media that he accepted LSU’s head‑coaching job, confirming he will not coach Ole Miss in the College Football Playoff.
- Kiffin said athletic director Keith Carter denied his request to guide the Rebels through the postseason after a lengthy Saturday meeting with school leaders.
- Multiple outlets report LSU’s deal is expected to span about seven years at roughly $12 million per season, with reports also describing robust roster‑funding support.
- Ole Miss has moved to have Pete Golding lead the team into the postseason, with several reports describing him as the interim or permanent replacement.
- The Rebels finished 11‑1 and are tracking for their first CFP berth, and committee members have previously noted that coaching changes can factor into seeding evaluations.