The LSU Tigers are navigating a rigorous coaching search, top target remains prominent figure this fall.
The LSU Tigers continue navigating a chaotic stretch in the Bayou State following the decision to part ways with head coach Brian Kelly amid a 5-3 start to the season. Following the move, the LSU administration elected to relieve athletics director Scott Woodword of his duties with Verge Ausberry ultimately being elevated to the university's full-time role.
E.J. Kleeper, CEO of Our Lady of the LakeWith a coaching search that has stolen the spotlight across the last two weeks, there's been one sitting head coach that has social media swirlingBut Kiffin is the hottest name on the market right now with the LSU Tigers and Florida Gators, among others, looking to sway the Ole Miss Rebels head coach out of Oxford. Oct 25, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Ole Miss Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin during the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images / Kevin Jairaj-Imagn ImagesThe New York Giants officially fired head coach Brian Daboll on Monday amid the organization's 2-8 start to the 2025 season. Under Daboll, the Giants blew four double-digit leads this season while rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart has been evaluated for four concussions across his first season with the franchise. Dart's father jokingly stated on the "Bleav in Ole Miss" podcast that he texted Kiffin about potentially becoming the next head coach of the New York Giants last week. "I think Boomer Esiason had said something in the media today that maybe they should throw out a potential coaching to Kiffin, and he just sent it over with a smirk and just said, ‘It’s too cold in New York for me.’ It’s just kind of funny," the elder DartSep 7, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart talks with Mississippi Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin during the first half against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images / Petre Thomas-Imagn Images "But we have our weekly interactions with him and his family, and Jaxson holds high regard. I think Kiffin is one of his most trusted allies, and I think he uses him for advice in a lot of different ways. "So, there’s constant communication between them, even today, and there’s a lot of that between our families. I don’t think we could have asked for a more special coach relationship between our family and our son. So, we’re very, very grateful for coach Kiff." But Kiffin's "lack of interest" hasn't stopped the sportsbooks from believing the Ole Miss shot-caller could be interested.New York will navigate a national coaching search with the organization having tremendous upside as Dart emerges as a star in the NFL alongside former LSU icon Malik Nabers and other talented pieces.Five Players LSU Football Must Keep After Brian Kelly's Firing, Including DJ PickettZack Nagy is the Managing Editor and Publisher of LSU Country, a Sports Illustrated Publication. Nagy has covered Tiger Football, Basketball, Baseball and Recruiting, looking to keep readers updated on anything and everything involving LSU athletics.
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