Steve Sarkisian and Lane Kiffin reflect on coaching journeys together
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 4:44 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Ahead of Texas' visit to LSU, Steve Sarkisian and Lane Kiffin share insights on their longstanding friendship and coaching careers. Both coaches began their paths at USC under Pete Carroll and have supported each other through personal and professional challenges. Kiffin credited Sarkisian with aiding his recovery from alcoholism, while Sarkisian acknowledged Kiffin's influence on his return to coaching. Their journeys illustrate the importance of mentorship and resilience in college football.
- •Sarkisian and Kiffin have known each other since 2001 at USC.
- •Kiffin credits Sarkisian with helping him achieve sobriety.
- •Sarkisian followed Kiffin as USC's head coach and later joined Alabama's staff.
- •Both coaches reconstructed their careers after facing setbacks.
- 4:44 PMYahoo Sports — Steve Sarkisian and Lane Kiffin helped each other rebuild
"Before Texas visits LSU, the two coaches are looking back on a friendship that began at USC and helped them through the years that followed.
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