Lane Kiffin's Big Move: From Ole Miss to LSU

Lane Kiffin is now the head coach of LSU. He left Ole Miss suddenly. This move was tough for him. He felt bad about leaving his old team. But he is happy now. Kiffin said goodbye to Ole Miss on Sunday. He had to drive to the airport. Fans were upset. They shouted at him. He had to call a friend who is a cop. The cop helped him get to the airport safely. When Kiffin landed in Baton Rouge, things changed. LSU fans were excited to see him. They welcomed him warmly. He saw the LSU stadium lit up. He knew he made the right choice. Kiffin talked about his new job. He said LSU is special. He spoke to his mentors. They all told him to take this job. He also talked to the governor of Louisiana. The governor was happy to have him. LSU is paying Kiffin a lot of money. His contract is for seven years. He will earn $13 million each year. If LSU fires him, they have to pay him a lot. His buyout is bigger than the last coach's. Kiffin also thought about the players. He wanted to make sure they have enough money. He said the NIL package was important. This is money players can earn. It is not part of their salary. Kiffin is ready for his new job. He is excited to coach at LSU. He knows it will be a challenge. But he is ready to take it on.