Ole Miss Rebels head coach Pete Golding and the staff in Oxford continue working the phone lines this week as the Early Signing Period arrives. After the depart

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However, Chris Low was reporting Golding, the former Alabama defensive coordinator, “could also be a candidate to replace Kiffin” as Ole Miss’ head coach. Lane Kiffin will be the next coach at LSU and is bringing most of his offensive staff from Ole Miss with him, according to Chris Low.

Golding was Alabama’s defensive coordinator from 2018 through 2022, winning one national title and two SEC championships.

Pete Golding and Co. are firmly in the race for one of the state's top prospects, battling a pair of SEC foes.

Early signing day is here and Ole Miss football is hoping all of its prospects turn into signees. Track the latest on Pete Golding's 2026 class.