Lane Kiffin reveals Nick Saban's role in choosing LSU or Ole Miss amid $90,000,00 offer from Tigers

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin has been in the spotlight amid speculation around his future at the school. After the Rebels' 38-19 win over Mississippi State on Friday, Kiffin said he will call former Alabama coach Nick Saban and Las Vegas Raiders coach Pete Carroll to seek advice before making a decision, amid a reported $90 million offer from the LSU Tigers.

In his news conference, an emotional Kiffin paid tribute to his late father, Monte, and said he would make phone calls to Carroll and Saban.

“My two calls will be the closest to that advice to what my dad would say to do in these things, and that will be coach (Pete) Carroll and coach (Nick) Saban." Kiffin said. "Kind of wish my dad was here.”

Kiffin worked with Saban at Alabama from 2014 to 2016. Kiffin was the offensive coordinator for the Tide when they won the national title in the 2015 season.

Kiffin also worked at USC from 2001 to 2006, when Carroll was the head coach. He was on the staff for the Trojans team that won two national titles.

Kiffin's father, Monte, died in July 2024, aged 84.

Lane Kiffin becomes first Ole Miss HC to record 11-win season

Ole Miss HC Lane Kiffin - Source: Imagn

On Friday, Lane Kiffin became the first Ole Miss coach to post 11 wins in a season. The No. 7 Rebels (11-1, 7-1 SEC) have also effectively qualified for the College Football Playoff for the first time.

Although Ole Miss has seemingly made the playoffs, there is uncertainty about whether Kiffin will coach the team in its maiden CFP appearance.

Per reports, Kiffin is set to decide on his future later on Saturday. There have been reports suggesting that he could coach at LSU next season.