Warde Manuel Challenges Lane Kiffin About Dodging Conference Championships

Ole Miss Rebels Athletic Director Responds to Kiffin's Comments

In a recent interview, Ole Miss Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin made some controversial comments about the value of playing in conference championship games. Kiffin said that he would rather have his team finish 10-2 and ranked in the top 10 than to win a conference championship and finish 11-2.

Manuel's Response

Ole Miss athletic director Warde Manuel has responded to Kiffin's comments, saying that he believes that playing in conference championship games is important for the program. Manuel said that he wants his teams to compete for championships and that he believes that playing in conference championship games is a good way to prepare for the College Football Playoff.

The Value of Playing Extra Games

There is some debate about the value of playing extra games in college football. Some coaches believe that playing in conference championship games can help teams improve their chances of making the College Football Playoff. Others believe that playing in extra games can lead to injuries and fatigue. Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to play in a conference championship game is up to each individual coach.

What's Next for Ole Miss?

The Ole Miss Rebels are currently 7-0 and ranked No. 8 in the College Football Playoff rankings. They are scheduled to play No. 11 Texas A&M this Saturday. If the Rebels win out, they will likely play in the SEC Championship Game.