Summary
Lane Kiffin, who previously coached Ole Miss, will receive a performance bonus from his new employer, LSU, for Ole Miss's success in the College Football Playoff (CFP). Ole Miss advanced to the CFP semifinals after defeating Georgia, and Kiffin will make $500,000 from this win, with the potential for more if the team progresses further.
Key Facts
- Lane Kiffin is the former head coach of Ole Miss and is now the head coach at LSU.
- Ole Miss won against Georgia in the Sugar Bowl, moving to the CFP semifinals.
- Although no longer with Ole Miss, Kiffin negotiated to receive bonuses based on Ole Miss's success in the CFP.
- Kiffin will get $500,000 from Ole Miss's win against Georgia.
- The bonus could increase to $750,000 if Ole Miss reaches the national championship game.
- Kiffin could earn up to $1 million if Ole Miss wins the national title.
- LSU is paying Kiffin's bonuses as per the deal he made while transitioning from Ole Miss.
