Overview
- Zxavian Harris said Lane Kiffin repeatedly told players to ignore leave rumors, then departed "out of nowhere" during the 2025 season.
- Harris described younger teammates as "heartbroken" after the move and accused Kiffin of lying to the team.
- He characterized Kiffin's behavior as "trolling," referencing rumors he might call the Sugar Bowl broadcast, which did not occur.
- Ole Miss finished 13-2 under interim Pete Golding with College Football Playoff wins, including the Sugar Bowl over Georgia, before a Fiesta Bowl loss, and Golding was later made head coach.
- Kiffin is preparing for his first LSU season under a reported seven-year, $91 million contract, with separate reports tying him to post-departure recruiting contacts involving former or prospective Ole Miss players.