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Louisiana Governor, Ole Miss Coach Call for Calm Ahead of Kiffin's Return to Oxford

Governor Jeff Landry and Ole Miss coach Pete Golding said they hope for a peaceful atmosphere when Lane Kiffin returns to Oxford this weekend, according to ESPN.

Sep 15, 2026, 12:29 AM · 1 min read · language: en

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and Ole Miss coach Pete Golding both expressed hope that there would be no security issues when Lane Kiffin returns to Oxford on Saturday, ESPN reported.

According to the report, both officials emphasized the importance of maintaining a welcoming atmosphere, often described in the South as "Southern hospitality," as Kiffin makes his return to the college town.

ESPN did not provide additional details in the excerpt regarding the specific security concerns prompting the statements from Landry and Golding, nor further context on the circumstances surrounding Kiffin's visit.

The comments come ahead of a matchup involving LSU and Ole Miss, according to the report.

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