Kiffin Extension Spurs LSU Coaching Speculation

Ole Miss (7-1) beat No. 13 Oklahoma 34-26, boosting the Rebels to No. 7 in the AP poll and improving their College Football Playoff outlook while leaving them with a favorable remaining schedule. The victory automatically triggered a one-year contract extension for Lane Kiffin that runs through Dec. 31, 2031. Kiffin addressed coaching‑carousel speculation on The Pat McAfee Show, saying he has "never made a decision based off of money" and that he generally does not dwell on outside rumors. LSU's firing of Brian Kelly after a 5-3 start created a top opening that immediately put Kiffin atop many rumor lists, with commentators such as Paul Finebaum urging LSU to consider him, shifting much of the attention away from the Florida vacancy. Analysts say LSU's resources and recruiting posture may make it a particularly attractive landing spot compared with Florida, though some question Kiffin's fit and observers remain divided on whether he will leave Oxford.