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Kiffin's desirability is at an all-time high. While some have floated the idea of LSU extending a massive $25 million offer to Nick Saban, it’s widely recognized that Saban is unlikely to unretire. Therefore, Lane remains the most coveted coaching option in the country, and the sports world is awaiting his decision.
If Kiffin stays at Ole Miss, the spotlight shifts to other potential hires for top-tier programs. Florida and LSU will look to secure coaches who can excite their fanbases, but the pool of proven, desirable head coaches is quite limited. Names like Matt Rule, James Franklin, Marcus Freeman, and Josh Hypel are in the mix, but each comes with caveats—such as Franklin’s potential playoff pursuit at Penn State or Hypel's ongoing success at Tennessee.