“A lot emotions of gratefulness for the six years. Went well beyond football. First time coming into this type of game without my dad, it was a lot.”

Yahoo Sports · Kiffin's emotional return ends in Ole Miss upset; LSU coach credits his own departure

“Sometimes, you can't predict your emotions. I know sometimes I don't act like it, but I'm a human too.”

Yahoo Sports · Kiffin's emotional return ends in Ole Miss upset; LSU coach credits his own departure

“The stadium was full an hour early. So, I guess I had to leave to get them to do that. You're welcome.”

Yahoo Sports · Kiffin's emotional return ends in Ole Miss upset; LSU coach credits his own departure