Lane Kiffin's sordid Alabama past re-emerges before LSU debut
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Lane Kiffin's past drinking and off-field behavior during his time on Nick Saban’s Alabama staff has resurfaced ahead of his LSU head coaching debut against Clemson, as detailed in John Talty’s book excerpt published by Vanity Fair.
- The book reveals Kiffin’s frequent bar outings, use of a fake name "Joey Freshwater," and warnings from Saban’s staff to avoid college students and sorority girls due to concerns about his conduct.
- Kiffin’s personal struggles, including a 2016 divorce from his wife Layla partly attributed to his drinking, reportedly contributed to a strained relationship with Saban and hindered his career growth at Alabama.
- Despite past issues, Kiffin has been sober since January 2021 and has made significant changes while coaching at Ole Miss, compiling a strong record before controversially moving to LSU.
- Kiffin is open about his past mistakes and their impact on his family, emphasizing co-parenting their three children as a priority amid reconciliation rumors with Layla.
