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Lane Kiffin's Surprising LSU Move

Lane Kiffin, former Ole Miss head coach, takes on the LSU football team, leaving his previous position mid-playoff run. Influenced by external advice, Kiffin believes LSU offers the best resources and potential for winning. He quickly assembles a new staff, including Charlie Weis Junior as offensive coordinator, Joe Cox as co-offensive coordinator and tight ends coach, George McDonald as wide receivers coach, and Nick Savage as head strength coach. The teams defensive coordinator, Blake Baker, is reportedly considering other head coaching opportunities.

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