Lane Kiffin Honors Father Monte After Egg Bowl Win as LSU Coaching Rumors Swirl

Our Summary
Lane Kiffin, head coach of Ole Miss, celebrated a significant win in the Egg Bowl against Mississippi State, leading the Rebels to a 38-19 victory and an impressive 11-1 regular season. Following the game, Kiffin paid tribute to his late father, Monte Kiffin, a legendary defensive coordinator, through a heartfelt social media post. Monte Kiffin, who passed away in July 2024 at the age of 84, had worked alongside his son at various coaching positions throughout their careers.
Lane Kiffin has transformed Ole Miss into a formidable SEC contender with national title aspirations. Despite declining an offer from Florida, Kiffin is considering a move to LSU and is expected to announce his decision soon. Since taking over as head coach of Ole Miss in December 2019, Kiffin has achieved notable success, securing a 55-19 record and a top 10 finish with a Peach Bowl win in 2023. Under his leadership,
Storyline
See how this story developed over time. Our AI tracks related coverage to show you the full context—from initial reports to latest updates.
Start your mornings informed
Everything important from the NFL, delivered daily at 8 AM ET. No ads. No clickbait. Just 2 minutes.
Monday Morning - Chiefs Trade + 4 More Stories
Good morning! Here's what matters in the NFL today:
🔥 Chiefs Trade for Elite Pass Rusher
Kansas City addresses defensive needs with blockbuster move. Why it matters: Changes playoff dynamics in AFC.
📊 BY THE NUMBERS
47% - Increase in Chiefs' pass rush win rate after trade
⏰ LOOKING AHEAD
Watch for Ravens' response at trade deadline tomorrow...
Continue reading for complete coverage...
What you get every morning
- All 32 teams covered
- 2-minute read guaranteed
- Human-verified news only
- Zero ads, zero tracking
More Stories Await
Dive deeper into NFL coverage and discover what makes The Daily Handoff different.