Lane Kiffin, James Franklin lead new Power Four coaching predictions
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:03 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Several new coaches join Power Four programs ahead of the 2026 season, each facing different challenges. Lane Kiffin takes over at LSU, armed with a top-ranked transfer class and expectations for immediate playoff contention. Other coaches like Alex Golesh at Auburn and Jon Sumrall at Florida are also projected to navigate difficult schedules with varying goals. Projections span from 4-8 records for some to optimistic 7-5 finishes for others. The success of these coaches will largely depend on roster strengths and the ability to adapt to challenging schedules.
- •Kiffin at LSU faces a playoff-or-bust mandate.
- •Golesh at Auburn aims for a 7-5 record.
- •Sumrall also projects a 7-5 finish at Florida.
- •Jimmy Rogers confronts a challenging rebuild at Iowa State with a 4-8 projection.
- 4:03 PMCBS Sports — Final record prediction for every new Power Four coach: Lane Kiffin, James Franklin primed to shine
"Which coaches are ready to hit the ground running and lead their new schools to immediate success in 2026?
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