Andy & Ari On3 Coaching Carousel WRAP UP | Lane Kiffin's LSU decision | Auburn, Florida, Ole Miss, & Arkansas hires
Dec 1, 2025
This weekend brought a whirlwind of coaching changes in college football. Lane Kiffin's departure to LSU raised eyebrows, especially among Ole Miss fans. Ole Miss quickly pivoted to promote Pete Golding, while Florida's controversial hire of John Sumrall sparked debate. Auburn welcomed Alex Golesh amidst roster questions. Kentucky's firing of Mark Stoops created a stir, prompting discussions on potential replacements. Michigan State's hiring of Pat Fitzgerald is under scrutiny, especially with his past records. Catch all the latest twists and turns!
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Rivalry Makes Dual Coaching Impossible
- Ole Miss couldn't let Lane Kiffin coach after he chose LSU because the rivalry made it untenable and dangerous for team cohesion.
- Andy Staples argues program owners (ADs) have final say and must remove sources of dysfunction even if coach wants to stay.
Wanting To See It Through Isn't A Free Pass
- Ari Wasserman recounts trying to sympathize with Kiffin wanting to see his Ole Miss job through and why that felt admirable to him initially.
- He then notes that when you quit, you can't demand full control of the thing you left.
Staff Movement Fueled The Fallout
- Lane Kiffin tried to recruit multiple Ole Miss offensive staff to LSU, which fueled fan backlash and Ole Miss's decision to cut ties.
- Andy Staples notes defensive coaches were less likely to follow, allowing Ole Miss to promote from within.