Stephen A. Smith challenges Lane Kiffin's claims at SEC Media Days
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 6:43 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
LSU football coach Lane Kiffin stated at SEC Media Days that he no longer reads public opinions about him, claiming to have deleted social media apps. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith responded by questioning Kiffin's honesty, suggesting he still consumes media regarding his career. Kiffin also expressed regret over leaving Ole Miss before its first College Football Playoff appearance. Smith advised Kiffin to embrace transparency with the media, referencing Kiffin’s past exits from various teams.
- •Kiffin spoke at SEC Media Days on July 26, 2026.
- •He claims to have stopped reading opinions about him.
- •Smith believes Kiffin is not truthful about his media consumption.
- •Kiffin regrets leaving Ole Miss ahead of a historic playoff.
- •Smith advises Kiffin to adopt a more straightforward media approach.
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — Stephen A. Smith tells LSU football's Lane Kiffin to "stop lying"
"LSU football coach Lane Kiffin says he doesn't read what people say anymore. ESPN's Stephen A. Smith isn't buying it.
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