In a move that solidifies the ongoing success of the Ole Miss football program, Coach Lane Kiffin has agreed to a contract extension, announced by Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics Keith Carter on Tuesday. Under Kiffin's leadership, the Rebels have experienced unprecedented achievements, including multiple 10-win seasons, bowl berths, and New Year's Six bowl appearances.

Since taking the helm four years ago, Kiffin has transformed Ole Miss into a powerhouse. The team has achieved their first two 10-win regular seasons, secured four consecutive bowl berths, and earned two New Year's Six bowl appearances in the past three years. The Rebels' dominance at home is undeniable, with a remarkable 21-2 record in their last 23 games in Oxford, including perfect home records in both the 2021 and 2023 seasons.

Vice Chancellor Keith Carter expressed his excitement about the extension, stating, "Our football program is experiencing unprecedented success under Coach Kiffin, and we could not be more excited about what the future holds under his leadership. With our continued investment in the program and the tremendous support of the Grove Collective, the Ole Miss family is committed to providing Coach Kiffin the resources needed to compete at an elite level."

Coach Kiffin himself expressed gratitude to the university's leadership and supporters, emphasizing the opportunity to build on the foundation established over the past four years. Kiffin acknowledged the commitment from Chancellor Boyce and Keith, saying, "We're doing things here that have never been done before, and with the commitment that our leadership and supporters are making, we have the opportunity to become a championship program."

The 2023 season has been an exceptional one for the Rebels under Kiffin's guidance. With a regular season record of 10-2, Ole Miss secured a spot in the prestigious Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, where they will face off against Penn State on December 30th. Kiffin now joins the ranks of legendary Ole Miss coach John Vaught as the only head coaches in program history to achieve multiple 10-win seasons.

Offensively, the Rebels have showcased their prowess under Kiffin, consistently ranking among the top FBS schools. Since 2020, Ole Miss has ranked second overall in total offense, averaging an impressive 497.4 yards per game. This season, the team has excelled in passing efficiency, yards per completion, and total offense, ranking within the top-15 in each category. Equally impressive is their balanced attack, with a strong presence in both passing and rushing.

The Rebels have also exhibited exceptional ball control this season, leading the SEC in both turnover margin and fewest turnovers. Their commitment to a fast-paced offense has not compromised their defensive abilities. The Ole Miss defense has excelled in creating havoc in the backfield and interceptions, ranking as one of the nation's best in both categories.

Overall, Kiffin's tenure at Ole Miss has been marked by exceptional achievements on the field. Last season, the team's explosive rushing attack led them to an 8-5 record and a bid to the Texas Bowl. Notably, talented true freshman running back broke the Ole Miss single-season rushing records.

In 2021, Kiffin guided the Rebels to a 10-3 record and an appearance in the AllState Sugar Bowl. The team had a perfect home record and achieved the program's highest final ranking since 2016. In his inaugural year in 2020, Kiffin transformed the Rebels into an offensive powerhouse, setting a school record for yards of offense per game.

With Coach Kiffin's contract extension, the future looks incredibly promising for the Ole Miss football program. The university's continued investment in the team, along with Kiffin's leadership skills and the strong support of the Ole Miss community, sets the stage for even greater accomplishments to come. Fans can stay up-to-date on the team's latest news by following @olemissfb on Twitter and Instagram, as well as OleMissFootball on Facebook.