Kiffin Returns to Face Ole Miss | LSU Tigers Football News

LSU Tigers Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

Lane Kiffin’s high-stakes return to LSU kicks off with a fiery showdown against his old team, Ole Miss — a primetime ABC clash on September 19th, complete with ESPN’s College GameDay. Signed to a seven-year, $91M deal, Kiffin brings a winning pedigree from his six seasons at Ole Miss (55-19, including an 11-1 season and CFP berth). Facing his former players on the road in Oxford, this game is being billed as the ultimate season opener — a win could set LSU on a historic path. The nation watches as Kiffin tries to turn the page and lead his new squad into the spotlight. Listen in comfort:Get a…