Lane Kiffin Declines Florida’s Mega Offer, Leaving LSU and Ole Miss Waiting

Lane Kiffin, currently the head coach at Ole Miss, will not be heading to the University of Florida despite significant interest and a substantial offer from the school. Florida, seeking to replace the recently fired Billy Napier, has now shifted its focus to other candidates in the coaching market. Kiffin is reported to be considering a move to LSU, where a major contract offer has been extended following the unexpected firing of Brian Kelly. Ole Miss has also proposed a lucrative new contract to retain Kiffin, which would position his salary among the highest in college football.

Kiffin's decision, anticipated soon after the Egg Bowl against Mississippi State, is pivotal for several programs, including LSU and Ole Miss. The outcome will also influence the coaching market for Tulane's Jon Sumrall, who is a top candidate for positions at Auburn, Florida, and potentially at LSU or Ole Miss, depending on Kiffin's decision. Sumrall is expected to decide his future after Tulane's