A Coach's Claim: Road Rage or Fan Fury?

New LSU Coach Makes Bold Statement During Press Conference

The Incident

Lane Kiffin, the newly appointed coach for LSU, made a striking revelation during his first press conference in Baton Rouge. He alleged that a fan from his previous team, Ole Miss, attempted to force his car off the road while he was en route to the airport.

Kiffin's Perspective

Kiffin suggested that such fan behavior typically arises when a coach is leaving, particularly if they were performing well. He noted that fans wouldn't go out of their way to cause trouble if the coach wasn't successful.

Serious Allegations

This accusation is grave and, if true, warrants a thorough investigation. While fan passion can sometimes turn into anger, is this the appropriate way to express it?

Kiffin's Timing

Some question whether Kiffin could have waited before making his move. LSU is paying him a substantial amount, and they likely would have been patient. His desire to stay and finish the playoff run with Ole Miss suggests that LSU would have been understanding.

Ole Miss' Reaction

Perhaps Kiffin anticipated that Ole Miss wouldn't allow him to stay. By using the school's position as an excuse, he might have been attempting to mitigate the impact of leaving the Rebels in a difficult situation. If that was his strategy, it didn't succeed, as Ole Miss fans remain upset.

Unanswered Questions

Whether a fan was angry enough to try to run Kiffin off the road remains unclear. It's possible we may never know the full story.