Lane Kiffin, the head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels, couldn’t resist a bit of playful teasing directed at his daughter Landry’s boyfriend, Whit Weeks, following his team’s victory over the LSU Tigers. Just days before the pivotal game, 20-year-old Landry Kiffin had announced her relationship with LSU linebacker Whit Weeks.
“We believe in our players, we go for it on fourth down a lot, and glad to make plays,” Kiffin commented after the game, humorously adding, “I’m looking for Whit right now to see if we covered the over.” This cheeky remark came after Kiffin had previously teased about Landry’s relationship by suggesting, “Take the over.” Landry herself showed her support for her boyfriend by wearing a dress adorned with his jersey number, 40, during the game.
Get to Know Whit Weeks
Whit Weeks is a linebacker for LSU and hails from Watkinsville, Georgia. He attended Oconee County High School and is currently a player on the Tigers team alongside his two brothers. He holds the eighth position on the team, with his brother West, a senior, ranked second.
A Look at Lane Kiffin’s Coaching Career
Lane Kiffin began his coaching journey after graduating from Fresno State in 1998, where he also played quarterback. He started as a student assistant at Fresno State before moving to Colorado State and then the Jacksonville Jaguars. Kiffin took the helm as head coach of Ole Miss in 2020, leading the team to significant achievements. He is also a father of three: Landry, Presley, and Knox, from his marriage to Layla Kiffin, from whom he divorced in 2016.
About Landry Kiffin
Landry Kiffin, a student at Ole Miss, is the daughter of the team’s head coach. Her relationship with Whit Weeks, a player from a rival team, has garnered considerable attention among team fans. She often shares glimpses of her life, including her relationship, family, and college experiences, on her Instagram account.