LSU Fires Brian Kelly, Lane Kiffin Considered Leading Successor

Following LSU's firing of head coach Brian Kelly after a disappointing season, the college football community has quickly turned its attention to potential replacements, with Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin emerging as the leading candidate. Renowned analyst David Pollack emphasized that LSU's culture and expectations align well with Kiffin's offensive prowess and personality, suggesting it would be difficult for Kiffin to decline the LSU job, especially with a lucrative offer. Despite this, Kiffin has publicly expressed commitment to Ole Miss, attributing the coaching rumors to the team's strong performance and signaling his intention to stay at Oxford, where he recently triggered an automatic contract extension. Ole Miss currently holds a 7-1 record and remains a strong contender in the SEC, which further complicates any potential move. The LSU job remains highly prestigious with a history of national championships and high expectations, placing immense pressure on any incoming coach to deliver immediate success. Meanwhile, LSU has appointed Frank Wilson as interim head coach as it begins a national search for Kelly’s successor.