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Lane Kiffin returns for Ole Miss as College GameDay visits LSU matchup

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Lane Kiffin returns for Ole Miss as College GameDay visits LSU matchup

Summary

Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss coincides with the team's hosting of ESPN's College GameDay for their game against LSU on September 19 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Kiffin, previously with Ole Miss, now leads No. 7 LSU in this top-10 clash against the No. 9 Rebels. The atmosphere is expected to be intense following Kiffin's departure last year and the rivalry aspect between the teams. Kirk Herbstreit noted the significance of the matchup, highlighting the drama surrounding Kiffin’s transition and its impact on fans. Ole Miss is planning a helicopter flyover as part of the gameday celebrations, with actor Morgan Freeman as the guest picker for the event.

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Status Watch

•Ole Miss is 2-0, LSU is also 2-0 ahead of the game.
•Kiffin left Ole Miss less than a year ago to join LSU.
•Herbstreit describes the game as having unusual animosity and hype.
•College GameDay will air live from The Grove from 8-11 a.m.
•Freeman will participate as the guest picker during the broadcast.

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6:21 PMYahoo Sports — Why Kirk Herbstreit said Lane Kiffin's return creates an unprecedented College GameDay

What they're saying

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Ole Miss football is hosting ESPN's "College GameDay" crew for Lane Kiffin's return with LSU. It's a "personal" atmosphere that feels unprecedented
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