Hours away from the SEC Championship Game, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kalen-deboer">Kalen DeBoer</a> has no time to think about anything but the Alabama Crimson Tide. However, the second-year head coach in Tuscaloosa made sure to set the record straight as rumors link him to a program with two national titles in college football.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama</a> and DeBoer always knew what they wanted to play for coming into the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> season. After a challenging journey, they are now staring right at it. On Saturday, the Crimson Tide will go head to head against the Georgia Bulldogs with the SEC Championship on the line. A win would punch Alabama’s ticket to the College Football Playoffs, while securing a first-round bye as a top-4 seed.



However, DeBoer believed he owed it to the fans in Tuscaloosa to hear directly from him, as rumors continue to whirl around his future. A loud buzz suggests the 51-year-old head coach could sign with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/penn-state">Penn State Nittany Lions</a> ahead of the 2026 NCAA campaign. Now, DeBoer put those reports to sleep with a straightforward comment.



“We’re extremely happy at Alabama. We’re extremely happy here. I love the challenge, I love the grind, I love this place. There’s never been any link. There’s never been any conversation. There’s never been any interest in either way,” DeBoer stated, via Sidelines Sports Network Alabama.



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<h2>Wasn’t always pretty for DeBoer in Alabama</h2>



Ever since DeBoer arrived in Alabama, he has been tasked with filling the shoes of Nick Saban. Needless to say, picking up right after one of the all-time greats in the history of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> is no easy thing to do.


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DeBoer’s first season was far from ideal, as the Tide fell short of 10 wins in a year for the first time since 2007—Saban’s first season in Tuscaloosa. DeBoer has now led Bama to a 10-win regular season, but this upcoming game will put the coach on the spot again.



<h2>DeBoer must keep Alabama’s streak alive</h2>



When Alabama takes on Georgia at the SEC Championship Game, the weight of history will be on the Crimson Tide’s side. However, that will also mean DeBoer will be facing Saban’s legacy’s weight, as well. 



The Tide and Dawgs have met four times in the conference title game before, with the ‘Script A’ holding a perfect 4-0 record. DeBoer must now keep the unbeaten mark against Georgia in the SEC Championship, or fans in Tuscaloosa may turn on him again. 



It would be awful timing, too. A loss in the title game could leave Bama out of the playoffs, and even if it manages to make the 12-team cut, spirits may be at such lows the team can never recover from.


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Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer breaks silence with bold stance on rumors linking him to 2-time national champion program

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DeBoer breaks silence with bold stance on rumors linking him to 2x national champion

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Diego Pavia and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/vanderbilt">Vanderbilt Commodores</a> put on a show in the 2025 NCAA season. However, their 10-2 record may come back to bite them when the College Football Playoffs Committee decides which schools will make the 12-team postseason. On that note, the Heisman candidate issued a sincere request to President Donald J. Trump.



Pavia and the Commodores finished the season with a statement victory on the road over the rivals, Tennessee Volunteers. However, it seems it wasn’t enough as the CFP Committee currently places Vanderbilt at the 14th spot. As it stands, the school in Nashville will be falling right at the gates of the postseason.



On that note, Pavia isn’t afraid to go straight to the top, asking President Trump to make an executive decision to expand the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">College Football</a> Playoffs. If that were to happen, Vanderbilt would surely be in the mix. However, fans in Music City shouldn’t hold their breath.



“Make the executive order please!,” Diego Pavia stated through a post on X, tagging Trump, and asking for him to order the expansion of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> postseason.



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<h2>The numbers behind Pavia’s season</h2>



Coming into the 2025 NCAA campaign, many expected Pavia to have a tremendous year with Vanderbilt. However, the New Mexico State transfer excelled all expectations, putting on a season which many consider should earn him the Heisman Trophy.


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Through 12 games, Pavia has thrown for 3,192 yards (2nd best in the SEC), 27 touchdowns (1st in the SEC), and 7 interceptions. Moreover, he has led the Commodores’ rushing offense with 826 yards and 9 touchdowns on the ground. 



Pavia finished the year as the leading SEC quarterback in rushing yards and touchdowns. His dual-threat skillset put the entire nation on notice, and earned him a spot in the conversation for the Heisman.



<h2>When are Heisman finalists announced?</h2>



The four Heisman Trophy finalists will be announced on Monday, December 8, at 8 p.m. ET. Thus, this weekend will be decisive for Pavia and the Commodores, as they’ll learn whether they make the Playoffs — and whether the face of the program in Nashville is in the running to join the elite list of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/heisman-champions-through-the-years" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Heisman Trophy winners</a>. The Heisman Ceremony will be held on December 13 at 7 p.m. ET.


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Heisman candidate goes up to Donald Trump with five-word request on CFP

Diego Pavia goes up to Donald Trump requesting help for Vanderbilt on College Football Playoffs - Bolavip US

Diego Pavia goes up to Donald Trump requesting help for Vanderbilt

Diego Pavia goes up to Donald Trump requesting help for Vanderbilt on College Football Playoffs

After a rough start to the 2025 NCAA season, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kalen-deboer">Kalen DeBoer</a> and the Alabama Crimson Tide now have everything they hoped for right in front of them. With the SEC Championship ahead on the schedule, the Script A may be affected by the recent news that JaMarcus Shephard will be stepping away from the program. In the 2026 campaign, the assistant coach will become the head coach for the Oregon State Beavers.



It wasn’t always pretty, but the Crimson Tide pushed through. Finishing the regular season with a 10-2 (7-1 conference) record, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/alabama">Alabama</a> finished in first place in the SEC, punching its ticket to the Championship Game. 



However, with wide receivers coach and co-offensive coordinator JaMarcus Shephard set to leave the coaching staff ahead of the 2026 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> season, many are skeptical about how that could impact the Tide. On that note, DeBoer voiced a straightforward comment.



“Yeah, [Shephard] really wants to be a part of everything that we do throughout,” DeBoer said about the co-offensive coordinator ahead of the SEC Championship Game, via On3. “There’s a couple things here right now early in the week that he’s got to part as far as obligations with kind of getting things started there with his opportunity at Oregon State, which we’re super excited for. He’s a guy that pours everything into this program.”



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<h2>When will Shephard leave for Oregon State?</h2>



While a big opportunity awaits for Shephard in Corvallis, the current co-offensive coordinator will remain in Tuscaloosa a while longer. According to The Crimson White, Shephard will stay with the team through the SEC Championship on Saturday. 


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Whether the wide receivers coach will stay for the ride in the College Football Playoffs or not, that remains to be seen. However, all signs indicate Saturday’s showdown at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be Shephard’s farewell from DeBoer and the University of Alabama, as he is bound for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/oregon-state">Oregon State</a>’s head coaching job.



<h2>How many times has Alabama made SEC Title Game?</h2>



When the Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide meet in Atlanta, Georgia, two of the three teams with most conference championship appearances will go head to head. The Crimson Tide has been to the decisive conference game 15 times before — this year’s will be the school’s 16th appearance — boasting an 11-4 record.



As for Georgia, the Dawgs will be making their 13th appearance in the SEC Championship. In college football history, the school in Athens has won five conference titles while falling short in the decisive game on seven occasions.



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<h2>SEC Championship rematch</h2>



Georgia and Alabama have also squared off in the Championship Game four times (2012, 2018, 2021, and 2023), with the Crimson Tide prevailing each time. This time around, the Dawgs will hope to earn their first win over the Script A in the title showdown. 



In many ways, it’s an opportunity to start fresh, as Kirby Smart has never faced DeBoer in an SEC title matchup. It will also serve as a tiebreaker, with DeBoer and Smart owning one win apiece against each other in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a>. This time, it’s for all the marbles.

Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer voices clear message on JaMarcus Shephard after in-season signing with 5x conference champion

Alabama HC Kalen DeBoer voices clear message on JaMarcus Shephard after in-season signing with 5x conference champion - Bolavip US

Alabama HC DeBoer voices clear message on Shephard after signing with 5x conference champion

One of the surprise teams of the college football season may well be the Vanderbilt Commodores, who—after an outstanding regular season—are dreaming of reaching the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">College Football</a> Playoff for the first time in program history. Clark Lea, the mastermind behind this success, knows they have plenty of reasons to dream big.



During his Monday press conference, the head coach of this breakout team discussed their realistic chances of making a deep run in the Playoffs and the reasons behind their rise to this decisive stage of the season.



“We’re here because we’ve got a really good football team here,” Clark Lea said. “This is not about narratives and stories. It’s about the facts and the data that support a really good football program. It’s my responsibility to make that case and make sure I’m fighting for a team I believe deeply in, and I believe, with every strand of my being, deserves a chance to compete for a national championship.”



It’s clear that the Commodores are this season’s new underdogs in the NCAAF, and any step forward from here would be a major statement. While they may be coming from behind, nothing—and no one—can take away their belief that they can reach the National Championship Game.



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<h2>Lea praises his offense’s work</h2>



Much of the team’s sustained success throughout the season has come from the offense led by Diego Pavia. In fact, this is something Clark Lea emphasized in recent comments to the press.


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“Again, I think this group deserves to be competing for a national championship. What a great stage for the most exciting offensive in all of college football,” Lea said. “And when you talk about our offense… we’re No. 1 offensive efficiency, we’re No. 1 in yards per play, we’re No. 2 in DSSR, down-series success rate, we’re No. 3 in points per possession, No. 3 in third-down efficiency, No. 3 in big play percentage, and No. 8 in scoring offense, which includes being No. 4 in points per play. 



“We’ve got the best player in the country playing quarterback for us, Diego Pavia. He is the best in college football and should be a Heisman frontrunner. We believe he belongs in New York and belongs winning that award.”



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<h2>Diego Pavia’s exceptional campaign</h2>



The Vanderbilt Commodores are enjoying an extraordinary, historic season, propelled by the exceptional play of quarterback Diego Pavia, who has cemented himself as a legitimate Heisman Trophy candidate. 



Pavia’s dual-threat mastery has been the engine of the Commodores’ record-breaking success, with his impressive statistics through the regular season including 3,192 passing yards and 27 touchdowns through the air, complemented by a substantial 826 rushing yards and 9 rushing touchdowns. His overall production and leadership have led Vanderbilt to its first-ever 10-win season.

Clark Lea reveals the main reason why Vanderbilt’s rivals should fear his team

Clark Lea reveals the main reason why Vanderbilt’s rivals should fear his team - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lane-kiffin">Lane Kiffin</a> has never been one to mince words, nor sugarcoat his true thoughts. As the entire college football landscape adapts to the shocking—yet expected—news of him signing with the LSU Tigers, the former Ole Miss Rebels head coach dropped a cold-blooded remark that fans in Oxford won’t forget anytime soon.



It’s the gift that keeps on giving. Kiffin’s exit out of Ole Miss and into <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/LSU">LSU</a> has been nothing short of cinematic. As if it wasn’t dramatic enough, fans followed Kiffin to the airport, where planes were ready to take off and drop him off at his next destination in the NCAA: Louisiana. Needless to say, the words coming out of the Rebels fans at the airport weren’t exactly kind. 



Now, as Kiffin enters the next chapter in his <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> career, he voiced a very sincere comment. The 50-year-old coach has always been one to wear his heart on his sleeve, but many believe his remarks on LSU may come a bit too early for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ole-miss">Ole Miss</a> fans, who are still figuring out how to deal with the heartbreak on what may as well be called “The Flee of the Century”.



“I’m very honored to be the head coach of LSU. I can sum it up by saying this: this place is different,” Kiffin stated during his introductory press conference in Baton Rouge. “Having watched this place for a long time, having been on the other sidelines, this place is different. And that is why we’re here. We’ve got a lot of work to do with that, but I’m very grateful for the opportunity to lead one of the elite programs in all of sports. LSU is the best job in football.”



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<h2>Kiffin spoke on leaving Ole Miss</h2>



Obviously, Kiffin didn’t leave behind his time with the Rebels. During his speech, he included some words about Ole Miss. Whether they offer some closure for the school in The Little Easy or not, that’s a different story.


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“Leaving Ole Miss was extremely difficult,” Kiffin continued. “We tried every single thing possible to continue to coach the team through the playoffs. In the end, that was their decision, and we totally respect that. 



“The last six years of my life have been the best six years of my life, and I owe that to all the players, assisting coaches, and the people of Oxford. It was amazing, it will forever be a major part of my story. So grateful for all those relationships and all those people I got to meet. But the opportunity at LSU is just different.”



For the fanbase in Oxford, however, that’s all that was: just words. Those are like air. Actions speak much louder. By taking the job in Baton Rouge, the Rebels found out all they needed to hear about the former head coach.



<h2>Facing the music</h2>



Kiffin enters LSU under one of the highest contracts in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a>. Set to make $13 million a year, it doesn’t <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/how-does-lane-kiffins-lsu-salary-compare-to-his-previous-ole-miss-contract">compare to his previous contract at Ole Miss</a>. However, many fans will argue college football has never been about the money—though it’s trending towards it. 



“This place is built for championships with championship expectations, we understand that. But as an elite competitor, that’s exactly what we want. That’s why we’re here,” Kiffin concluded.



The expectations for Kiffin at LSU are crystal clear: it’s championship or bust. Despite having yet to win a national title, Kiffin is being paid like other coaches in the nation who have already won the national championship. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/lane-kiffins-91-million-contract-at-lsu-how-does-his-new-salary-compare-to-kirby-smart-ryan-day-and-kalen-deboer">Kiffin is set to match—or surpass—the salaries of coaches like Kirby Smart and Ryan Day.</a> Needless to say, a program like LSU won’t pay Kiffin $13 million a year for a product that leads to no silverware.


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> world was shaken after Lane Kiffin’s decision to leave the Ole Miss Rebels at a crucial point in the season to become the new head coach of the LSU Tigers ahead of what’s to come.



Finding the ideal successor to Brian Kelly at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lsu">LSU</a> was no easy task—not just from a football standpoint, but also considering the financial commitment that hiring someone of this caliber would entail.



According to a report from Wilson Alexander for NOLA.com, the agreement between Kiffin and LSU is for seven years, totaling $91 million. This means the coach will earn roughly $13 million annually.



In addition, the reporter also noted that if <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lane-kiffin">Lane Kiffin</a> wins a national title, the contract includes an automatic escalator, making him the highest-paid coach in the country. Undoubtedly, it wasn’t just the on-field challenge that tempted the HC to take the job, but also the financial incentives.



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<h2>Kiffin’s Ole Miss contract</h2>



When Lane Kiffin was introduced as the head football coach at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ole-miss">Ole Miss</a> in 2019, he initially signed a four-year contract valued at $16.2 million, starting with a salary of $3.9 million in 2020.


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Following a successful season that culminated in an Outback Bowl victory, Kiffin was rewarded with a significant one-year extension. This new deal boosted his guaranteed base pay to $21 million through the 2024 season, increasing his annual salary to $4.5 million in 2021 and exceeding $5 million for each of the subsequent three years.



In October 2025, Sam Hutchens of the Mississippi Clarion Ledger reported that the Rebels’ 34-26 win over Oklahoma triggered an automatic contract extension for Kiffin for reaching seven regular season wins, extending his contract through 2031, with the added year reportedly worth $9 million with $7.2 million guaranteed. However, the interest from LSU ended Kiffin’s stay in Oxford way sooner.

How does Lane Kiffin’s LSU salary compare to his previous Ole Miss contract?

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Last season, the Oregon Ducks had the luxury of finishing the regular season undefeated. This year, they’ve lost just one game, and now their sights are firmly set on the upcoming <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">College Football</a> Playoffs.



Curiously, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/oregon-ducks">Ducks</a>‘ extraordinary campaign wasn’t enough to get them into the Big Ten Championship next weekend, but as the saying goes, every cloud has a silver lining.



Malik Benson, one of the most dynamic receivers in Dante Moore’s offense, spoke to the media after the Huskies’ victory and sent a warning to their rivals, noting that the rest period ahead will only serve to make their team even stronger.



“Getting some rest is gonna be good for my guys. But it’s gonna be scary once we get all of our guys back,” the WR said via Rob Moseley. Next weekend, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dan-lanning">Dan Lanning</a> will be able to give his players some rest and focus clearly on the start of the CFP.



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<h2>Ducks set their sights on the upcoming Playoffs</h2>



The Oregon Ducks’ objective for the College Football Playoff is clear: win the first-round game and advance toward the National Championship. The Ducks are projected to land a seed between No. 5, No. 6, or No. 7, guaranteeing them a massive home-field advantage at Autzen Stadium for the opening round. 


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They will likely face the No. 10, No. 11, or No. 12 seed, which could be anything from a tough ACC champion to the highest-ranked Group of Five team. For Head Coach Dan Lanning’s squad, the focus isn’t on the opponent, but on capitalizing on the chance to win a CFP game in Eugene and proving they are legitimate title contenders.



<h2>Who will play in the Big Ten Championship Game?</h2>



The 2025 Big Ten Football Championship Game will feature the Ohio State Buckeyes against the Indiana Hoosiers. The game will be played on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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It took longer than expected, but it’s now officially official: <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lane-kiffin">Lane Kiffin</a> is the new head coach for the LSU Tigers. As the former Ole Miss Rebels head coach confirmed, his time in Oxford has reached its final stop in college football.



“After a lot of prayer and time spent with family, I made the difficult decision to accept the head coaching position at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/LSU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LSU</a>,” Kiffin stated through its personal X account. 



It wasn’t the farewell Kiffin had in mind after spending the past six years with the Rebels, but it was ultimately an opportunity too good to let slip away for the 50-year-old head coach. As he walks away from Oxford, he leaves behind a 55-19 record with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ole-miss">Ole Miss</a>, including three bowl victories.



<h2>Kiffin points finger at AD Keith Carter</h2>



Due to the timing of his decision, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/lane-kiffin-faces-huge-criticism-from-ole-miss-fans-for-controversial-lsu-decision" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kiffin is now facing huge criticism from Ole Miss fans</a> for leaving them for LSU. The Rebels were coming off a statement Egg Bowl victory over the Mississippi Bulldogs in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NCAA</a> regular season finale, virtually clinching their spot in the College Football Playoffs.



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However, as Kiffin leaves for the program in Baton Rouge, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> fans across the nation ask: <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football/will-lane-kiffin-coach-ole-miss-in-2025-college-football-playoffs-after-taking-lsu-job" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">will Kiffin coach Ole Miss in the playoffs after taking the LSU job?</a> As Lane himself has now stated, he won’t—but not because of any lack of interest on his part.


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“I was hoping to complete a historic six season run with this year’s team by leading Ole Miss through the playoffs (…),” Kiffin added. “My request to do so was denied by [Athletic Director] Keith Carter despite the team also asking him to allow me to keep coaching them so they could better maintain their high level of performance. Unfortunately, that means Friday’s Egg Bowl was my last game coaching the Rebels”



<h2>Kiffin’s farewell</h2>



“While I am looking forward to a new start with a unique opportunity at LSU, I will forever cherish the incredible six years I spent at Ole Miss and will be rooting hard for the team to complete their mission and bring a championship to Oxford,” Kiffin concluded.

Lane Kiffin breaks silence, confirms decision to leave Ole Miss for LSU

Lane Kiffin breaks silence, confirms decision to leave Ole Miss for LSU - Bolavip US

It was a secret said out loud in college football. Now, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lane-kiffin" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lane Kiffin</a> has confirmed it. The 50-year-old head coach is leaving the Ole Miss Rebels for the LSU Tigers in the 2025 NCAA season. As expected, it didn’t take long before fans took to social media with blunt reactions.



Kiffin has seemingly been caught in a web of his own words. After repeatedly stating he wouldn’t make a decision based on money, the former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ole-miss" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ole Miss</a> head coach has now left Oxford for Baton Rouge, where LSU will pay him as one of the top coaches in college football. Needless to say, fans back in Mississippi didn’t like Kiffin’s decision one bit.



“University of Mississippi knew who Lane Kiffin was when they hired him. He delivered exactly what they had hoped and should have expected. Wins, relevance, chaos and calamity. When people show you who they are believe them. Now LSU wants a turn,” an user stated on X (formerly Twitter).



“So Lane Kiffin turning his job decision into a spectacle isn’t ruining college football but athletes leveraging their talent for financial security, is? I’m just trying to keep up,” another user noted. 



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“I love Lane Kiffin but god he always makes it messy as f—,” a fan complained on X, as well. A quick glance around social media shows that the overall feeling in college football is that Kiffin has made a spectacle of his coaching future in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a>.



<h2>Others put the blame on the NCAA and its schedule</h2>


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While there is an overall sense of displeasure with Kiffin’s decision—and with the fact that he is skipping town just days after Ole Miss virtually secured a spot in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">College Football</a> Playoffs—others blame the timing in the NCAA, which left Kiffin with only a narrow window. 



If he didn’t make his decision now, he might have to wave the chance to coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/LSU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LSU</a> goodbye for good. It was a now-or-never situation for Kiffin. Even though no one in Oxford agrees with his verdict, others across the country believe Kiffin has been a victim of the system.



“Lane Kiffin isn’t the enemy here. The calendar in College Football is. It’s an absolute joke,” an user commented. “Fix this c—, NCAA. Playoffs, National Signing Day, Transfer Portal, all within the same month time frame. Just straight stupid!“



<h2>It’s championship or bust now</h2>



Kiffin had built a playoff team in Oxford. Though the Rebels fell just short of making their first SEC Championship in program history, it seemed Ole Miss had everything Kiffin could ask for—except for the brand exposure. 



“Unless Lane Kiffin wins a Natty at LSU, he’s going to regret this decision for the rest of his life. He had it made at Ole Miss and threw it away,” an upset user wrote on X.



Moving out to Baton Rouge in such dramatic fashion means Kiffin will have all eyes fixed on him in the 2026 NCAA season. Going forward, the former Rebels head coach will have a sky-high bar set for him. If he fails to deliver for LSU, then critics will rain down on him, with college football fans across the nation feasting on him.


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Will Lane Kiffin coach Ole Miss in 2025 College Football Playoffs after taking LSU job?

Lane Kiffin faces huge criticism from Ole Miss fans for controversial LSU decision - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/auburn">Auburn Tigers</a> didn’t have the season-finale they hoped for. After falling to the Alabama Crimson Tide at home in the Iron Bowl, the school confirmed Alex Golesh will be the head coach going forward in college football. 



Golesh is coming off a sensational year with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/south-florida">South Florida Bulls</a>. Though the school fell short of the American Championship Game, the Bulls recorded a 9-3 record (6-2 conference) while taking down two ranked programs in the NCAA. Although the Bulls have earned bowl eligibility, Golesh won’t be on campus for that game, as he is headed to Auburn.



After three seasons in Tampa, Golesh is now moving to the next chapter in his coaching career. As he leaves town, he posted a brief, one-word reaction about his time with the University of South Florida.



“Grateful,” Golesh stated through his X account (formerly Twitter), along with a horns emoji and a picture of him and his family after the 52-3 victory against the Rice Owls.



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<h2>Golesh record with USF</h2>



Through three <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> campaigns with the Bulls, Golesh led the program to three straight winning seasons, including two bowl victories. As he walks away from the school in Cigar City, Golesh leaves behind a 23-15 record.


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Golesh accomplished quite the turnaround for South Florida. Over the previous four years, the Bulls had gone 8-37—including two one-win seasons. With Golesh out of the picture, the school must find the perfect replacement to keep the vibes high.



<h2>Auburn looking to end losing seasons hex</h2>



With Golesh entering the picture, the Tigers have reason to believe the worst may be behind them. Coming off five straight losing seasons in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a>, Golesh will be tasked with righting the ship at Auburn. Bryan Harsin and Hugh Freeze couldn’t, but Golesh will hope for better luck as he takes over the reins.



With Auburn falling just short of the six-win quota to make a bowl game appearance ensues Golesh will have extra time to get to work in Auburn. In order to turn the tide, he will need all the time he can get.


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Auburn new HC Alex Golesh bid farewell with one word before leaving South Florida

Auburn new HC Alex Golesh bid farewell with one word before leaving South Florida - Bolavip US

If there’s a team in college football that has defied all predictions this season, it’s undoubtedly the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/vanderbilt">Vanderbilt Commodores</a>. Diego Pavia has emerged as the leader of one of the biggest surprises, a team that even managed to take down the Tennessee Volunteers in the final week of the regular season.



The level the quarterback has shown throughout this campaign — especially after his standout performance against the Vols — raises the question of whether Pavia should legitimately be considered a candidate for the Heisman Trophy.



The Commodores’ QB1 himself addressed the situation with the media after the game, noting in a thoughtful reflection that he should at the very least receive an invitation to the New York ceremony to be among the contenders for this prestigious award.



“Take me to New York,” he said. “I feel like you go look at the numbers, you look at what we got here, and obviously, we did something that’s never been done. But it’s just a blessing, man, to be here on this stage, something I’ve dreamed about since I was a kid.”



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<h2>Pavia’s breakout season at Vanderbilt</h2>



Diego Pavia is the undisputed engine behind the Vanderbilt Commodores’ surprisingly successful 2025 campaign. The QB has established himself as one of the SEC’s most dynamic playmakers, seamlessly blending passing precision with rushing threat. 


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His present statistics are outstanding: he has thrown for 2,890 yards and 25 touchdowns, while adding 515 yards and 8 touchdowns on the ground. Pavia’s dual-threat production has revitalized the Vanderbilt offense and is solely responsible for placing the Commodores in the conversation for a major bowl bid, marking the program’s most impactful season in recent memory.



<h2>Other Heisman contenders</h2>



The 2025 Heisman Trophy competition is heating up, with four key players separating themselves from the field in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a>‘s most prestigious individual award race.



Leading the pack are quarterbacks Fernando Mendoza of Indiana and Diego Pavia of Vanderbilt, both of whom have engineered surprising success for their programs with standout statistical performances. 



They are fiercely challenged by two elite playmakers: Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, who has been consistently dominant on the ground, and Ohio State’s freshman sensation, quarterback Julian Sayin, whose late-season surge has captured national attention.

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One of the biggest stories in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> over the past few hours centers on Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels. The coach is set to decide his future, and his potential departure could open the door for several candidates to succeed him.



While nothing has been confirmed yet, rumors are strong regarding <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lane-kiffin">Kiffin</a>’s move to the LSU Tigers, who parted ways with Brian Kelly weeks ago. With the head coaching position potentially opening up at Ole Miss, two candidates are emerging as frontrunners.



According to a recent report on X by Neil McCready, Pete Golding or Joe Judge could take over the team’s reins, at least on an interim basis, as they look ahead to the CFP.



Additionally, reporter John Talty, also via his official X account, reported that there’s a strong chance most of Kiffin’s coaching staff would follow him to the Tigers if his departure is confirmed — except for DC Pete Golding, who is expected to remain at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ole-miss">Ole Miss</a>.



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<h2>Is Lane Kiffin the next head coach at LSU?</h2>



The high-stakes saga surrounding the LSU Tigers’ head coaching vacancy may soon reach its climax, with Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin widely considered the primary target. 


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Reports suggest that LSU is prepared to offer Kiffin a massive, long-term contract that could make him one of the highest-paid coaches in the sport. While he would undoubtedly bring an explosive offensive philosophy and instant credibility to Baton Rouge, his future currently remains unconfirmed as both the Tigers and the Rebels await an official resolution. 



Kiffin has a major choice to make: commit to building on his success at Ole Miss, or accept the immense resources and championship expectations that could come with leading the LSU program.


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/michigan">Michigan Wolverines</a> welcomed the Ohio State Buckeyes to Ann Arbor with hopes of securing a win and staying in the CFP hunt. However, a heavy home loss ultimately sealed the fate of Sherrone Moore’s team.



After falling decisively, 27-9, to Ryan Day’s team, the Wolverines suffered their third regular-season loss and, unfortunately for them, lost any chance of making it into the upcoming Playoffs.



This historic program, which not long ago captured the National Championship under Jim Harbaugh, will miss the postseason for the second consecutive year, marking a negative streak that will undoubtedly need to be broken as soon as possible.



For now, to cap off the season, Moore’s team awaits its opponent in the Bowl, where it will bring its <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">College Football</a> campaign to a close. From there on, it will be a matter of shuffling the deck and starting fresh, with eyes already on what’s ahead.



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<h2>Under control from the opening snap</h2>



Quarterback Julian Sayin orchestrated a masterful, wire-to-wire performance as the Buckeyes thoroughly dominated the Michigan Wolverines. Sayin was spectacular, completing 28 of 35 passes for 345 yards and three touchdowns, while the Buckeyes’ ground game added another 180 rushing yards. 


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The offense never punted until the final minutes, converting over 70% of their third downs. Defensively, Ohio State suffocated Michigan, allowing under 250 total yards and forcing three turnovers. 



This decisive victory underscored the Ohio State Buckeyes’ superiority in all three phases of the game, leaving no doubt about their claim to the rivalry’s current momentum.

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Is Michigan eliminated from playoff contention after losing The Game to Ohio State? - Bolavip US

The final week of the college football regular season featured one of Saturday’s most anticipated matchups in Ann Arbor. Ryan Day’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ohio-state-buckeyes">Ohio State Buckeyes</a> asserted their dominance and, leaving no doubt, defeated the Michigan Wolverines at home, cementing themselves as masters of The Game.



The reigning <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">NCAAF</a> champion entered this matchup with strong chances of securing a spot in the Big Ten Championship Game, as their fate largely rested in their own hands. With a 27-9 victory, it’s now official—Ryan Day and his players will be present in this crucial title-deciding game.



Had they failed to secure the win at the Wolverines’ stadium, they would have depended on teams like the Indiana Hoosiers and Oregon Ducks losing their games. However, that became irrelevant after OSU’s convincing victory.



Once the final snap of the game was over, the Buckeyes ended a four-game losing streak against their biggest rival, and now all eyes turn to what lies ahead in the upcoming Playoffs.



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<h2>Ryan Day’s second victory</h2>



Ohio State Head Coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ryan-day">Ryan Day</a> has finally vanquished his Wolverine woes, securing only his second victory in “The Game” since taking over the Buckeyes program. 


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Following his dominant 56-27 win in his inaugural matchup with Michigan in 2019, Day had endured a frustrating four-game losing streak against the bitter rival.



This latest triumph, which was a crucial win for Playoff positioning, marks a significant milestone, giving Day a much-needed, hard-fought second success and potentially shifting the narrative that has long plagued his otherwise sterling tenure in Columbus.


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It wasn’t just another win in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-football">college football</a> for the Texas Longhorns. It was a statement that this team doesn’t want to be just a guest at the party—they intend to keep moving forward strong beyond the regular season. Steve Sarkisian’s squad handed the Texas A&amp;M Aggies their first loss and is now dreaming of securing a spot in the upcoming CFP.



Yesterday’s win marked the ninth victory of the season for a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/texas-longhorns">Longhorns</a> team that is legitimately staking a claim for a spot in the upcoming Playoffs. Leading the charge for this claim was their own coach, in postgame remarks.



“It would be a disservice to our sport if this team is not a playoff team,” <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/steve-sarkisian">Sarkisian</a> firmly stated. Can Arch Manning secure a spot in the postseason? That remains to be seen. But the performance he showed last night would certainly justify his presence at that stage.



<h2>Arch Manning’s big night</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arch-manning">Arch Manning</a> delivered a pivotal performance in the Texas Longhorns’ 27-17 upset over the undefeated, #3 ranked Texas A&amp;M Aggies last night. Although he struggled through the air early, Manning came alive in the second half, finishing with 232 total yards of offense and two crucial touchdowns. 



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He threw a 29-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter to give Texas the lead, and then sealed the victory in the fourth with a decisive 35-yard rushing touchdown, showcasing his dual-threat ability when the game was on the line.


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<h2>Can the Longhorns make the Playoffs?</h2>



Following their crucial 27-17 upset victory over the Texas A&amp;M Aggies, the Texas Longhorns significantly boosted their chances for a College Football Playoff berth. 



With a final record of 9-3, the Longhorns now have a marquee win over a top-tier opponent, which is vital for their resume. However, since the Longhorns did not qualify for the Big 12 Championship Game, their path to the Playoff is now entirely dependent on receiving an at-large bid.



They must hope their record, featuring the impressive win over the Aggies, is strong enough to keep them ranked high enough (likely in the top 12) to earn one of the remaining non-conference champion spots.

Steve Sarkisian sends strong message after Longhorns’ big win over Aggies

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