Lane Kiffin’s Decision Could Cost Ole Miss a Home College Football Playoff Game

Lane Kiffin’s Decision Could Cost Ole Miss a Home College Football Playoff Game

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Ole Miss is awaiting a critical decision from head coach Lane Kiffin regarding his future with the team. Following the Egg Bowl against Mississippi State, Kiffin is expected to inform the Ole Miss administration whether he will remain with the Rebels through 2026 or accept a coaching offer from schools such as LSU or Florida. This decision holds significant implications for Ole Miss, particularly concerning their potential participation in the College Football Playoff (CFP).

Should Kiffin leave, the selection committee could consider this a factor in their final rankings, potentially impacting Ole Miss's playoff positioning. The committee's protocol includes evaluating the absence of key coaches or players that could influence postseason performance. Currently ranked No. 7, Ole Miss risks losing a chance to host a first-round playoff game if Kiffin departs, which could result in a downgrade in their standings.

The situation underscores the importance of Kiffin's role, as he has been instrumental in the team's recent success, holding a 31-6

Originally by Bryan Fischeron November 26, 2025
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