Ole Miss Rebels Prepare for Possible Lane Kiffin Exit, Naming Interim Successor
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The Ole Miss Rebels are bracing for the possibility of losing head coach Lane Kiffin, who is set to make a decision on his future by the end of the weekend. If Kiffin departs, former New York Giants coach Joe Judge will take the reins as interim coach, according to ESPN sources. Judge has ties to the program, having worked as an assistant with Ole Miss since 2024. While Judge would likely serve as interim coach, other candidates are being considered for a permanent position. Tulane's Jon Sumrall, a former Ole Miss assistant, could be a strong contender, but he's reportedly close to signing with Auburn. Other names in the running include Memphis's Ryan Silverfield, Vanderbilt's Clark Lea, and Georgia Tech's Brent Key. Missouri's Eli Drinkwitz is also an option, despite recently signing a contract extension. Each of these coaches brings a unique set of skills and experience to the table. Silverfield has a proven system with the Tigers, while Key has transformed Georgia Tech into an ACC contender. Lea has shown promise at Vanderbilt, and Drinkwitz has a knack for innovation and offense. As Ole Miss looks to the future, one thing is clear: they're prepared for any scenario, with a talented pool of candidates waiting in the wings.
