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Lane Kiffin press conference: Ole Miss coach says he'll make decision on future on Saturday

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Ole Miss added another glistening result to its 2025 collection on Friday, picking up a decisive 38-19 win over hate rival Mississippi State away from home.

The matchup brought about a series of enchanting storylines. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss balled out, producing nearly 400 yards of total offense less than 12 hours after reportedly having his jersey swiped by rowdy Bulldogs fans.

He wasn't the only Rebel to garner headlines. Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin has proven one of college football's most captivating figures over the years. He did little to hurt his reputation on Friday, firing barbs at the whole of Mississippi State's athletic department after a second-quarter fracas turned into a full-blown brawl. He also confronted an Ole Miss reporter after he dared to invoke a famous — and NSFW — Ludacris line to describe the Kiffin Effect.

Ultimately, though, all eyes — and ears — were on Kiffin's postgame presser. With rumors of his departure abound — LSU and Florida already sent big-money offers to his representatives — many in the college football world are wondering whether Kiffin will head elsewhere in 2026.

Kiffin told reporters he hasn't yet made a decision. He indicated an announcement regarding his future was on the horizon — likely to come Saturday.

Kiffin didn't offer much on the specifics of his decision-making process. The Gators are out, though — ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that Florida is turning to new targets.

AllSportsPeople racked live updates and highlights from Lane Kiffin's postgame press conference following the Egg Bowl on Friday. Below is a look at everything Kiffin said once the whistle blew at Davis Wade Stadium on Friday afternoon.

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4:30 p.m.:  Kiffin doesn't know if he'd be permitted to coach in Ole Miss' CFP matchups if he were to leave the program.

"That's not my call," Kiffin said, per The Athletic's Grace Raynor.

4:28 p.m.:  Kiffin revealed that it has been hard coming to grips regarding his future without his father. He has been speaking with a host of mentors, including Nick Saban and Pete Carroll, to figure out what to do.

4:26 p.m.:  Kiffin feels compelled to make a decision on Saturday. Unsurprisingly, the process of figuring out his next move hasn't been very enjoyable.

4:24 p.m.:  Kiffin said the decision will be a difficult one regardless of where he lands. He expressed "relief" that his players responded to the whispers with a strong outing, one that moves them even closer to a CFP berth.

4:18 p.m.:  Kiffin hasn't yet made a decision on his future, he tells reporters. He'll attend his son's high school playoff game tonight and search for some clarity ahead of the most momentous decision of his career.

"I gotta do some praying and figure this thing out," Kiffin said. "I live life one day at a time."

4:15 p.m.:  Kiffin opens his presser by praising his players for keeping their heads amid all the speculation regarding his future.

3:59 p.m.:  Kiffin confronted an Ole Miss reporter, calling him a "h—." It seems the reporter, Ben Garrett of the Ole Miss Spirit, likened LSU and Florida's courtship of Kiffin to turning "a h— into a housewife."

3:54 p.m.:  The Rebels are relishing their rivalry week victory. Yahoo Sports' Ross Dellenger reported that the scent of cigar smoke lingers in the Rebels locker room.

3:45 p.m.:  Kiffin shared an embrace with Ole Miss chancellor Glenn Boyce after today's game. Is that a "going away" gesture or a sign that Kiffin is staying with his Rebels troops? We'll find out tomorrow, it seems.

3:40 p.m.:  Here's a look at Kiffin's postgame antics following Ole Miss' win. Looks like he's a "belt-to-ass" enthusiast, after all:

3:35 p.m.:  Kiffin's side captured a momentous win over its rival on Friday afternoon. Unsurprisingly, ears were perked up as to what Kiffin would say postgame. He hasn't conducted his postgame presser just yet. But when speaking to ESPN's Taylor McGregor after the contest, Kiffin said he has yet to decide his future.

"I've got a lot of praying to do to figure that out tomorrow," Kiffin said.

2:20 p.m.:  Kiffin didn’t have much to offer in the form of job updates while speaking with SEC Network at half. He didn’t offer much, however, throw a little shade at Mississippi State following its brief fracas with the Rebels.

2:10 p.m.:  Florida is out of consideration for Kiffin’s services, per ESPN’s Pete Thamel. He’ll decide between staying at Ole Miss and joining LSU, per reports.

2:00 p.m.:  Kiffin spoke earlier with SEC Network reporter Marty Smith on his future. He didn’t offer much insight into his thought process, instead claiming that his team is focused on its task of downing Mississippi State on Friday afternoon. So far, so good:

Is Lane Kiffin leaving Ole Miss?

This section will be updated.

Kiffin's future at Ole Miss remains up in the air. While the Rebels have repeatedly done a lot to keep him in town, connections between Kiffin and schools like LSU and Florida have kicked into high gear recently.

Kiffin has declined to speak about his coaching future until Ole Miss' regular season is over. 

Yahoo reported that LSU officials "have discussed a seven-year, incentive-laden deal worth at least $90 million" for Kiffin. That would put Kiffin among the highest-paid coaches in the country, but On3 reported that Florida and Ole Miss have matched the offer and are both bidding to land/keep the head coach.

Ole Miss athletic director Keith Carter released a statement on Nov. 21 that said he had "pointed and positive" discussions with Kiffin about his future at Ole Miss. However, Carter also wrote that there would be no resolves to the situation until after Week 14 concluded.

ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported that the Gators are shifting their focus to other options, with Kiffin believed to be choosing between staying with the Rebels and joining the Tigers’ coaching staff.

For now, it's unknown whether Kiffin will leave Ole Miss right before a potential playoff appearance. But an answer to the rumors is expected soon. 

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When will Lane Kiffin make a decision?

If he does not address his coaching future on Friday following the result of the Egg Bowl, Kiffin is expected to do so on Saturday, November 29. 

In Carter's statement, he wrote that "an announcement on Coach Kiffin's future is expected the Saturday following the game." 

He reaffirmed his commitment to announcing his next move following Ole Miss' win over 

How to watch Lane Kiffin press conference today

Coverage of Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State on Friday will air on ABC, which may or may not provide additional insight into Kiffin's postgame press conference. Other TV options may include the SEC Network or local news channels in Mississippi. 

 

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