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Lane Kiffin addresses Ole Miss comments ahead of LSU matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 6:00 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Lane Kiffin addresses Ole Miss comments ahead of LSU matchup
Summary

Lane Kiffin, now head coach of No. 7 LSU, faces No. 8 Ole Miss on Saturday. He previously made controversial comments referencing segregation while discussing the differences in recruiting between LSU and Ole Miss, which drew backlash. Kiffin stated that potential recruits were deterred by Ole Miss's historical context, reiterating parents' discomfort with the move to Oxford. Following the controversy, he apologized for any offense caused, emphasizing his appreciation for Ole Miss. The upcoming game is expected to feature a hostile environment for Kiffin.

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  • •Lane Kiffin leads No. 7 LSU against No. 8 Ole Miss on Saturday
  • •Kiffin's 'segregation' remarks sparked significant backlash
  • •He apologized for comments about recruiting challenges at Ole Miss
  • •The game atmosphere is expected to be hostile for Kiffin
  • •Kiffin acknowledges Ole Miss's historical context impacting recruitment
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The new LSU head coach made headlines for comments he made about his former school, Ole Miss in May.

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