Lane Kiffin has a sense of humor, but the stunt he pulled versus Alabama did not work.
Crimson Tide fans and Big AL had their popcorn ready. Alabama routed Mississippi, 42-21, but the score did not indicate how dominant the Tide played. Nick Saban and Pete Golding witnessed a defense that started working together. Ole Miss had issues running the ball, and Matt Corral was uncomfortable. Kiffin’s play-calling on third and fourth downs was a problem too.
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The Rebels were a combined 7-for-19 in those situations. College football fans roasted Kiffin on Twitter, but Alabama performed the best troll job. Jamie Erdahl, a sideline reporter for CBS Sports, posted a video of Big AL dancing in a popcorn costume.
She captioned the video: “This feels… ..purposeful?”
This feels….. purposeful? 🥸 pic.twitter.com/DfI1HVEgCc
— Jamie Erdahl 💍 Buckman (@JamieErdahl) October 2, 2021
Kiffin responded by wishing Alabama the best, but he’s looking forward to next season.
Now that’s funny!!! Good 😈. @AlabamaFTBL Good luck stay healthy 🙏 and see you next year. https://t.co/PGKJEL2EEE
— Lane Kiffin (@Lane_Kiffin) October 4, 2021
The Tide is 5-0, and Saban remains undefeated against his former assistants. Alabama faces Texas A&M this week.
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