Overall, Kiffin will receive $13 million each year while at LSU - ranking second highest in college football, just behind Georgia's Kirby Smart who earns $13.3 million.

"I am deeply honored to serve as LSU's head coach," Kiffin stated during Monday's press briefing. "To put it simply - this place is unique. Having observed this program for many years and having stood on the opposing sidelines in this stadium, I can say this place stands apart. That is why we are here."

"The LSU program will be built, from top to bottom, to become the premier destination for elite players throughout America."

Kiffin departed from his position at Ole Miss after signing with LSU on Sunday.

Ole Miss concluded the season with an 11-1 record, securing the No. 7 seed in the 2025 College Football Playoffs. Nevertheless, Kiffin will not coach in the playoffs since he had already moved to LSU after signing the contract on Sunday.

Kiffin stated he was refused permission to coach his team during the playoffs.

"My request to (coach the remainder of the season) was declined by (Ole Miss athletic director) Keith Carter," Kiffin said in a statement. "Even though the team also asked him to let me continue coaching so they could sustain their high level of play. Sadly, that means Friday's Egg Bowl was my final game leading the Rebels."

Ole Miss defeated Mississippi State 38-19 last Friday in Kiffin's last game with the team.

The team now has defensive coordinator Pete Golding stepping in as head coach as they prepare for the playoffs. This will be Golding's first time serving as head coach in his career.

"We are thrilled to announce Pete Golding as the new head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels," Carter said in a statement. "His leadership starts immediately as he guides our program toward a national championship. Today's team meeting clearly showed his ability to unite our players. Everyone on the team and coaching staff is excited and ready to come together for the playoff run."