Heupel vs Kiffin Rivalry Ignites | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

Tennessee’s Josh Heupel is turning up the heat on LSU’s Lane Kiffin, joking about mustard and golf balls to hype fans ahead of a high-stakes SEC showdown. While he insists he and Kiffin are cool, Heupel’s playful digs tap into a bitter history — Kiffin’s abrupt exit from Tennessee left fans furious, culminating in a wild incident with thrown projectiles. It’s not just nostalgia; it’s strategy — fueling fan energy and team unity for a game that could shake up the College Football Playoff race. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…