From OutKick · Trey Wallace · · 1m 30s
Lane Kiffin returns to Ole Miss with lawsuits and betrayal
Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss sparks lawsuits, resentment, and a town's fierce loyalty to its players.
In brief
Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss sparks lawsuits, resentment, and a town's fierce loyalty to its players. Ole Miss players and fans are fighting to keep key athletes from joining Kiffin's LSU team. Originally reported by OutKick.
Kiffin's return to Oxford
Lane Kiffin returns to Oxford as LSU's head coach after leaving Ole Miss.
“We really need to win this game. I can't imagine how that bastard will act if they win.”
Ole Miss lawsuits
Ole Miss filed lawsuits against players who left for Kiffin's LSU program.
“He's calling players while they are in meetings to negotiate transfers after the season ends.”
Trinidad Chambliss case
Trinidad Chambliss stayed at Ole Miss after an NCAA lawsuit to keep him from joining LSU.
“We couldn't lose those two guys, especially to Lane.”
Kiffin's past actions
Kiffin tried to burn down Ole Miss during his time as head coach.
“He didn't really have use for you if there wasn't something coming on the other end.”
SEC legal battles
SEC filed lawsuits against LSU and Kiffin while players fought for NCAA eligibility.
“This school was going to fight like heck to keep Trinidad and Kewan.”
Ole Miss loyalty
Ole Miss fans and players are loyal to their team despite Kiffin's actions.
“Everywhere you go in Oxford, there are signs with their names or faces on it.”
Kiffin's exit strategy
Kiffin tried to create obstacles for Ole Miss players to transfer after the season.
“He was spending more time in the yoga studios than the actual community.”
Ole Miss defense
Ole Miss is protecting its players from Kiffin's influence.
“We knew how much that bothered him. I think in some different world, we would've paid them double.”
Kiffin's impact
Kiffin's actions have caused significant tension between Ole Miss and LSU.
“It's his way or the highway. We learned that here.”
Ole Miss community
Oxford residents are preparing for Kiffin's return with heightened security.
“We all know what happened from there with Chambliss receiving his injunction.”
Kiffin's legacy
Kiffin's legacy at Ole Miss is one of betrayal and legal battles.
“He tried to burn this place to the ground on his way to LSU.”
Ole Miss players
Ole Miss players are loyal to their school despite Kiffin's threats.
“This town has embraced those two, along with the entire team, like they are family.”
Here's the gist
Ole Miss players and fans are fighting to keep key athletes from joining Kiffin's LSU team.
