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  • Lane Kiffin’s daughter disgusted by ‘vulgar’ bed sheet banners accusing her of having sex with a player

    Lane Kiffin’s daughter disgusted by ‘vulgar’ bed sheet banners accusing her of having sex with a player

    The rivalry between LSU and Ole Miss has escalated into a hostile environment ahead of Saturday night’s matchup in Oxford, with safety concerns, personal attacks, and legal drama dominating headlines.

    Governor Calls for Military Backup as Tensions Rise

    Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has reportedly called for military backup ahead of the game, underscoring the intensity surrounding Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford as LSU’s head coach. Kiffin himself acknowledged there are legitimate “safety issues” awaiting him on the sideline, though he insists his players have nothing to worry about and has shifted the game pressure onto the Rebels.

    Landry Kiffin Targeted by Vulgar Banners

    Kiffin’s oldest daughter, Landry Kiffin, a 21-year-old student at Ole Miss, has become the target of vicious personal attacks. Vulgar bed sheet banners have appeared around campus this week, alleging she had sexual relations with a former Ole Miss player during her father’s tenure. The rumors, which have circulated on Reddit and social media, suggest this alleged relationship led to the player being benched last season. Landry has been dating current LSU linebacker Whit Weeks since last season.

    On Wednesday night, Landry Kiffin took to TikTok to condemn the harassment:

    “I understand emotions are high this week, and people are upset, but I’m my own person,” Kiffin said. “I’ll never understand how someone can feel good about themselves putting such vulgar things about a girl on a giant banner hanging from their house.”

    She continued, stating students are “saying really inappropriate things about me with somebody I genuinely have never met in my life, which makes it even more frustrating,” and that she hopes “people realize there is an actual person behind the jokes people make.”

    Escalating Security and Legal Maneuvers

    Oxford is bracing for the showdown with mounted police and extra patrols. The situation intensified further when LSU star defensive end Princewill Umanmielen was served court papers by Ole Miss outside the football facility earlier this week. Meanwhile, LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt was listed as “doubtful” on the latest injury report, adding another layer of uncertainty for the Tigers.

    With police presence high, banners widespread, and legal documents being served at practice facilities, the stage is set for a volatile atmosphere at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium this weekend.

  • LSU Lists QB Sam Leavitt ‘Doubtful’ for Top-10 Showdown vs. Ole Miss

    LSU Lists QB Sam Leavitt ‘Doubtful’ for Top-10 Showdown vs. Ole Miss

    LSU QB Sam Leavitt Listed as Doubtful for Ole Miss Game With Upper Body Injury

    LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt has been listed as doubtful on the program’s first SEC availability report ahead of Saturday night’s conference opener at Ole Miss. The designation stems from an upper body injury that kept Leavitt from throwing during Wednesday’s practice, according to CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.

    Leavitt’s Recent Performance and Injury History

    The injury news comes on the heels of Leavitt’s rebound performance against Louisiana Tech last weekend. Despite a three-interception first half, he finished with 366 total yards and four total touchdowns. LSU led by only a single possession at halftime after a turnover-filled opening two quarters in Tiger Stadium.

    Head coach Lane Kiffin addressed the quarterback’s ball security issues following the win:

    “Sam’s gotta do a better job taking care of the ball,” Kiffin said in the aftermath. “We made a lot of yards, and we were smooth through that at times, but obviously, the red zone is where you gotta finish drives. So maybe it was perfect for us that we needed something like that, ’cause it’s a game we play good on offense in games.”

    Notably, Kiffin made no mention of an injury to his starting quarterback during this week’s media availability ahead of the league opener.

    Through two games this season, Leavitt has thrown for 574 yards with two touchdowns and four interceptions, while adding 135 rushing yards and five scores on the ground. The quarterback has battled injuries throughout his career, missing seven total games over the last two seasons at Arizona State—one game in 2024 due to a rib injury and six games in 2025 with a foot injury.

    Backup Quarterback Options Behind Leavitt

    If Leavitt cannot play, LSU’s top backup appears to be Landen Clark, a transfer from Elon who was named the 2025 CAA Co-Offensive Rookie of the Year. Though listed as the No. 3 quarterback on the depth chart, Clark has been the first signal-caller off the bench in both games this season. Last year at Elon, he threw 18 passing touchdowns and rushed for 11 more.

    Also on the roster is Husan Longstreet, a USC transfer and former five-star prospect ranked as the No. 32 overall player and No. 4 quarterback in the 2025 class by 247Sports. As a freshman with the Trojans, Longstreet completed 13 of 15 passes for 103 yards and a touchdown.

    SEC Availability Report Requirements and Timeline

    The SEC’s mandatory availability reports are now in their third season. Schools must adhere to specific guidelines for three days leading up to kickoff in conference contests, with nightly updates beginning each Wednesday of game week. Final reports are due 90 minutes before kickoff, and schools face fines ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 for non-compliance, inaccurate reporting, or late submissions.

    Coaches must release their initial availability report by 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday and update it daily, with the final report due 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Pre-game player status designations include:

    • Available — Fully available (100% chance to play)
    • Probable — Likely to play barring setbacks (75%)
    • Questionable — Uncertain due to injury or condition (50%)
    • Doubtful — Unlikely to play due to significant concerns (25%)
    • Out — Will not participate (0%)

    On game days, designations shift to “available,” “game-time decision,” or “out.”

    Other LSU Players on the Availability Report

    Beyond Leavitt, LSU’s initial report lists several other players:

    • Out: Wide receiver Phillip Wright III, linebacker Jaiden Bracker, running back Raycine Guillory Jr.
    • Questionable: Linebackers TJ Dottery and Tylen Singleton
    • Probable: Four players, including Whit Weeks and Trey’Dez Green

    LSU’s next injury report update is due Thursday night at 8:10 p.m. ET.

  • Lane Kiffin Braces for ‘Hatred’ and Safety Concerns Ahead of Highly Anticipated Ole Miss Return

    Lane Kiffin Braces for ‘Hatred’ and Safety Concerns Ahead of Highly Anticipated Ole Miss Return

    Lane Kiffin is preparing for one of the most uncomfortable nights of his coaching career when he returns to Oxford on Saturday, with the LSU coach admitting he expects intense hostility and heightened security during his first visit back to Ole Miss.

    Kiffin’s Departure Still Stings Ole Miss Fans

    Kiffin left the Rebels for LSU last November after guiding Ole Miss to unprecedented success, accepting a reported seven-year, $91 million contract just before the program’s College Football Playoff appearance. His decision left a bitter taste among many supporters, making Saturday’s top-10 SEC showdown far more personal than an ordinary rivalry game.

    Security Concerns and Strategic Pressure Shift

    Speaking ahead of the contest, Kiffin acknowledged that safety has become a genuine concern. Security preparations have been increased around Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, while officials are expected to closely monitor the passionate crowd.

    Kiffin, meanwhile, believes the attention directed toward him could actually benefit his LSU players by allowing them to focus without carrying the burden of the controversy.

    “But I told the players today, man, like, ‘You don’t have anything to worry about as far as, like, attention on you all week. There’s just going to be so much attention, hatred – everything – on me’,”

    said Kiffin.

    Kiffin Highlights Ole Miss Strengths, His Own Role

    Kiffin has attempted to shift the pressure toward Ole Miss, as he pointed to the Rebels’ 13-win campaign last season and the return of quarterback Trinidad Chambliss and running back Kewan Lacy, both considered early Heisman Trophy candidates.

    Kiffin also emphasized that he played a significant role in developing both stars during his five seasons in Oxford.

    Familiar Faces Add Another Layer

    The coaching storyline is equally compelling. Pete Golding, who worked alongside Kiffin for more than three years as Ole Miss’ defensive coordinator, now leads the Rebels.

    That familiarity could give Ole Miss valuable insight into LSU’s offensive system, although Kiffin has also spent years studying Golding’s defensive tendencies.

    Kiffin believes the advantage may lean toward Golding because a defensive coordinator hears directly from a head coach about the concepts, formations and plays that create problems.

    Golding has spent years listening to Kiffin explain what he dislikes facing, potentially giving Ole Miss valuable information when the teams meet.

    LSU’s Offensive Evolution Under Kiffin

    Still, LSU has attempted to evolve its offense since Kiffin’s arrival. While speed and creativity remain central to his philosophy, the Tigers have placed greater emphasis on physicality, particularly along the offensive line and in the running game.

    The early numbers suggest that approach is producing results. LSU has opened the season 2-0 and accumulated 1,172 yards through two games, while its defense ranks among the nation’s best.

    Ole Miss, meanwhile, remains dangerous behind Chambliss and Lacy but has shown considerably more uncertainty on defense.

    Historic Top-10 Matchup

    The stakes are historic, as LSU and Ole Miss are meeting as top-10 teams for the first time in 64 years, giving the matchup national significance beyond Kiffin’s return.

    Saturday’s result will be decided by the players rather than the storyline and Kiffin knows that better than anyone, joking that he won’t be the person making tackles or throwing touchdowns.

    But with the former Ole Miss coach returning to the program he helped rebuild, the atmosphere in Oxford promises to be one of the most intense of the college football season.