# Kiffin’s Exit Wasn’t a Surprise | LSU Tigers Football News

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Podcast: [LSU Tigers Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lsu-tigers-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7466907)
Published: 2026-07-10T18:18:27+00:00
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Lane Kiffin’s exit from Ole Miss was more than just a contract move—it was a calculated exit that began months before the seven-year, $91 million deal with LSU. Reporter Ben Garrett, who covered Kiffin for six years, says the coach was already plotting his departure as early as October, even after a solid 9-3 season. The tension flared during the Egg Bowl when Garrett compared Kiffin’s loyalty to controversial rap lyrics, prompting a fiery confrontation from the coach—though he later apologized. Garrett, who maintained weekly contact with Kiffin, insists he knew the coach was headed out. Fans, players, and even the athletic director pushed back on Kiffin’s claims of wanting to stay for the playoffs, fueling anger that erupted at the airport. What started as rumors became a messy, public exit—and the fallout in Oxford is still settling. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/46517ba0f5fcc5dc

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