Lane Kiffin portrays himself as victim ahead of Oxford return
247Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:32 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Lane Kiffin attempted to position himself as a victim in the situation preceding his return to Oxford, five days before the game. His successor, Pete Golding, has taken on a diplomatic role during this time. Kiffin's departure from the program has been a point of contention leading up to this moment. The atmosphere surrounding the matchup is heightened due to the history between Kiffin and the team he left.
- •Kiffin tried to play the victim before his return to Oxford.
- •Pete Golding is in a diplomatic role during the buildup.
- •Kiffin's departure from the program remains a contentious issue.
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"I know this will shock you but on Monday five days before his return to Oxford Lane Kiffin tried to play the role of victim leaving his successor Pete Golding to play the role of diplomat
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