Lane Kiffin on Arch Manning, Manning family ties before LSU vs. Texas

LSU prepares to host Texas for a Saturday night game. For Texas quarterback Arch Manning, the matchup represents a return to his home state of Louisiana. Known as the top-ranked recruit in the 2023 class, Manning hails from a football family. His grandfather, Archie Manning, is a legendary Ole Miss and New Orleans Saints player.

Lane Kiffin, LSU's head coach who previously coached at Archie's alma mater Ole Miss from 2020-25, shares a deep connection to the Manning family. During an interview this week, Kiffin jokingly mentioned leaving the Manning family twice, including his stints at Tennessee and Ole Miss. Kiffin emphasized the family's support during their time at LSU and confirmed that he remains in contact with them through text.

However, the relationship took a turn when Archie Manning recorded a Cameo video for an Ole Miss fan, calling Kiffin a "narcissistic, jerk coach." The video circulated on social media, but Kiffin reported that Archie later apologized. Kiffin acknowledged the pressure Manning faces due to family expectations and pressure, noting that he enjoyed Arch's personality and hopes he does well on Saturday.