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We’re in Day 5 of the heated up Lane Kiffin coaching search drama involving Florida, LSU and Ole Miss football.

It’s anyone’s guess on what Kiffin will decide.

The Rebels (10-1, 6-1 SEC) are ranked No. 6 and in the nation and in excellent position to make the College Football Playoff for the first time.

Ole Miss has an open week before playing at rival Mississippi State in the Egg Bowl on Nov. 28 (11 a.m. CT, ABC).

Here are the latest updates, news and rumors for Rebels, Gators and Tigers fans.

Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss AD Keith Carter expected to meet today

Lane Kiffin is expected to meet with Ole Miss athletic director Keith Carter on Nov. 21, On3’s Chris Low reported on Nov. 20.

The meeting is scheduled for around noon, according to On3.

Kiffin has denied reports of Ole Miss giving him an ultimatum on deciding his future, but it would benefit Ole Miss to get clarity on Kiffin’s next step. Players are trying to avoid the distraction as the Rebels close in on making their first College Football Playoff appearance.

Kiffin meeting with Carter is not uncommon. Kiffin said Nov. 19 he is in daily communication with the AD. Kiffin said they were in the same hot yoga class that morning.

Lane Kiffin was at Ambassador Jet Center on Thursday

Lane Kiffin posted a picture Nov. 20 from the Ambassador Jet Center in Dallas and wrote @SMU.

Southern Methodist University is also located in Dallas.

SMU football coach Rhett Lashlee responded.

Lane Kiffin predictions from Paul Finebaum to Stephen A Smith

The Lane Kiffin coaching situation is generating nationwide debate.

National media pundits have chimed in offering predictions and advice as Kiffin tries to decide between LSU, Florida and Ole Miss.

Here’s a sampling of the what they are saying, including Colin Cowherd, Stephen A Smith and Paul Finebaum.

Is ex-wife Layla Kiffin involved in Lane Kiffin’s decision?

Lane Kiffin’s ex-wife Layla Kiffin moved to Oxford from California this year along with son Knox Kiffin, who is a sophomore quarterback for Oxford High School.

Layla Kiffin was among the family members who toured Gainesville, Florida, where Florida is, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where LSU is, on Nov. 16 and 17, according to media reports.

Layla Kiffin has lived in Gainesville. Her dad, former Florida star and NFL quarterback John Reaves, died in 2017.

What is Lane Kiffin’s contract, salary?

Ole Miss’ win against Oklahoma on Oct. 25 triggered an automatic contract extension for Kiffin.

Because it was Ole Miss‘ seventh regular-season win, Kiffin’s state contract with the Ole Miss Athletic Foundation will be automatically extended one year on Jan. 1, 2026. His contract now runs through Dec. 31, 2031.

The added year will be worth $9 million, with $7.2 million guaranteed.

Kiffin’s $9 million salary is tied for No. 6 in the SEC.

Lane Kiffin buyout

As of Dec. 1, 2025, if Ole Miss fires Kiffin without cause, he would be set to receive $36.6 million.

It is the 15th-most expensive buyout of the 105 programs USA TODAY Sports could review, and No. 7 in the SEC.

Sam Hutchens covers Ole Miss for the Clarion Ledger. Email him at Shutchens@gannett.com or reach him on X at @Sam_Hutchens_

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