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Smith's Racial Claim Sparks Ole Miss Coaching Speculation

11/22/2025

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Stephen A. Smith, ESPN analyst, said on First Take that Black players are less likely to play at Ole Miss than at Florida or LSU, citing Mississippi's racial history.
Paul Finebaum, ESPN analyst, called Smith's remarks clearly racial and incorrect.
Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss head coach, faces speculation about moves to Florida or LSU after reports his family toured facilities at both.
Kiffin has remained vague about his future.

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Stephen A. Smith, ESPN analyst, said on First Take that Black players are less likely to play at Ole Miss than at Florida or LSU, citing Mississippi's racial history.
Paul Finebaum, ESPN analyst, called Smith's remarks clearly racial and incorrect.
Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss head coach, faces speculation about moves to Florida or LSU after reports his family toured facilities at both.
Kiffin has remained vague about his future.