A popular former LSU football player is giving his endorsement to Lane Kiffin coaching the Tigers. Kiffin is rumored to be a top candidate.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/lsu as Greg McElroy Predicts Lane Kiffin's Next Move, LSU Football 'Plan B' If Needed. The LSU Tigers remain in headlines this fall with the program in Baton Rouge navigating a coaching search following the firing of Brian Kelly in late October.

If No. 7 Ole Miss beats Mississippi State in the Egg Bowl on Friday to finish its regular season at 11-1, the Rebels are headed to the College Football Playoff for the first time in program history as one of the selection committee's seven at-large picks.

Blake Grupe was named a team captain coming into the 2025 season after a strong training camp, but his ongoing struggles have forced the team's hand at the position.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/lsu as Paul Finebaum Makes Bold Statement on Lane Kiffin's Future Amid LSU Football Pursuit. The LSU Tigers remain in pursuit of Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin with the Rebels' decision-maker emerging as the most coveted coach this cycle.

The news means backup Michael Van Buren is likely in line for his third-straight start. The Tigers carry a two-game win streak into the regular season finale in Norman after closing out their home slate with a 13-10 win over Western Kentucky.