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LSU Finalizing $90 Million Contract for Lane Kiffin

LSU Finalizing $90 Million Contract for Lane Kiffin

Summary

LSU is working on a seven-year, $90 million contract for Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin to become LSU's next football coach. The offer includes a $25 million investment for the team to improve its chances of winning a national championship. A decision from Kiffin is expected after Ole Miss finishes its regular season on November 28.

Key Facts

  • LSU plans to offer Lane Kiffin a seven-year contract worth $90 million.
  • This deal would make Kiffin one of the highest-paid college football coaches, matching Georgia's Kirby Smart.
  • The offer includes a $25 million investment in the team, known as NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) money.
  • Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry approved this deal.
  • LSU wants to attract Kiffin to prevent him from considering coaching at Florida.
  • Lane Kiffin is currently the head coach at Ole Miss.
  • Ole Miss is ranked No. 6 in the nation and is likely heading to the College Football Playoff.
  • Kiffin's decision about his coaching future is expected after the Ole Miss regular season ends on November 28.
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