From Newsweek · Rowan Fisher-Shotton · · 1m
Saban Denies Role in Kiffin's LSU Move
Nick Saban rejects claims he influenced Lane Kiffin's switch from Ole Miss to LSU.
In brief
Nick Saban rejects claims he influenced Lane Kiffin's switch from Ole Miss to LSU. Nick Saban denied playing a role in Lane Kiffin leaving Ole Miss for LSU, stating Kiffin made his own decision after being in the playoffs. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Kiffin Joins LSU
Lane Kiffin took over as LSU head coach after Ole Miss beat Mississippi State in the Egg Bowl.
Kiffin's Ole Miss Exit
Kiffin left Ole Miss for LSU on a record seven-year, $91 million deal after denying rumors of leaving.
Saban's Response
Saban stated Kiffin made his decision after being in the playoffs and having a chance to win the national championship.
Saban's Clarification
Saban emphasized Kiffin chose his path without his influence, saying, 'Why can't you win at where you are now?'
“Why can't you win at where you are now? You have a great quarterback. You have a great running back. You're in the playoffs. You have a chance to win the national championship. So why do you have to go someplace else?”
Saban's Past Role
Saban coached at LSU for five years, winning a national championship in 2003 before joining Alabama.
The main idea
Nick Saban denied playing a role in Lane Kiffin leaving Ole Miss for LSU, stating Kiffin made his own decision after being in the playoffs.
