Summary
Lane Kiffin decided to leave his job as head coach of Ole Miss to become the head coach of the LSU Tigers. He signed a seven-year, $91 million contract with the possibility of becoming the highest-paid college football coach if he wins a national championship. His former colleague, Pete Carroll, did not publicly share his opinion on Kiffin's decision but confirmed he discussed it with him.
Key Facts
- Lane Kiffin left Ole Miss to coach the LSU Tigers.
- Kiffin agreed to a seven-year deal worth $91 million.
- He could become the highest-paid college coach with a championship win.
- Pete Carroll, a former colleague, talked to Kiffin before the decision.
- Carroll chose not to publicly comment on Kiffin's move.
- Kiffin coached under Carroll at USC from 2001 to 2006.
- Kiffin has a history of coaching with Alabama and the NFL.
- He is leaving Ole Miss after having a successful season.
