Lane Kiffin confirms move to LSU, pens goodbye to Ole Miss despite wanting to finish out season

By Ross Abboud, Reveille Deputy Sports Editor

November 30, 2025

Mississippi head coach Lane Kiffin, watches his team warm up prior to the start of an NCAA college football game against Florida, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, in Oxford, Miss.

LSU has officially hired Lane Kiffin, according to a social media post made by Kiffin on Sunday.

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— Lane Kiffin (@Lane_Kiffin) November 30, 2025

Kiffin will bring much of his offensive staff from Ole Miss with him to Baton Rouge, including offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr.

Kiffin, considered one of the sport’s top offensive minds and top coaches available in this cycle, will leave Ole Miss in the middle of a season where its spot in the College Football Playoff is all but guaranteed.

Kiffin has been LSU’s clear top target throughout the entire coaching search, reports have said, since LSU fired former head coach Brian Kelly on Oct. 26.

Kiffin’s contract is being reported as a 7-year deal, with around $100 million value. He will also reportedly be provided with $25-30 million annually for roster building.

Kiffin joins the Tigers following a 7-5 regular season, which closed out on Saturday with a near upset over No. 8 Oklahoma.

About the Contributor

Ross Abboud, Reveille Deputy Sports Editor

Why did you join the Reveille?

Ever since I was young, I’ve grabbed Reveilles, admittedly for the crosswords, but when I learned it was possible that I could write about sports at LSU for the Reveille, I couldn’t pass it up.

What do you hope to do after graduation?

I want to pursue a career in either athletic communications for a college, or become a sports journalist covering college athletics.