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Lane Kiffin's Messy Departure from Ole Miss to LSU

Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss head coach, leaves for LSU amidst playoff preparations, citing denial from Athletic Director Keith Carter to coach in playoffs. Players support Kiffins account, but Carter challenges his narrative, revealing Kiffin knew weeks ago coaching in playoffs unlikely.

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