Eli Manning reflects on Lane Kiffin’s Ole Miss exit after LSU win

Eli Manning expressed gratitude for Lane Kiffin’s contributions to Ole Miss during an interview following the team's win over LSU on September 22, 2026. Manning acknowledged the passionate emotions of Rebel fans regarding Kiffin's departure but focused on the team's current success, as Ole Miss is ranked No. 4 in the latest AP poll. He emphasized the missed opportunity of potentially competing for a national championship last season due to Kiffin's exit to LSU. Manning believes that it may be time to appreciate Kiffin's impact on the program as Ole Miss looks to the future.

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