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Odds on Alabama OC Lane Kiffin’s Next Football Coaching Job

By David Wasson

Nov 26, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin (center) comes to the stadium prior to the game against Auburn Tigers at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2016; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin (center) comes to the stadium prior to the game against Auburn Tigers at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 15, 2016; Knoxville, TN, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban talks with offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin along the sidelines during the second quarter at Neyland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /

25/1: Remains offensive coordinator at Alabama

What must happen: Nick Saban becomes the most attractive boss in America, convincing Lane Kiffin that Jalen Hurts needs more seasoning and the quest for a third consecutive national championship is just too darn irresistable.

Why it will happen: Because pragmatism sometimes wins out over ego? As Kiffin has nudged into his 40s (now 41), perhaps his ego has matured to the point where the sound of his own recorded voice isn’t as important as a true legacy – one he can cement by hanging around Tuscaloosa a couple more years.

Why it won’t happen: Too many good jobs out there already, with more to come. Three years is a good amount of time to coach under Nick Saban, and Kiffin’s stock likely can’t get much higher without a move. Plus, you know, Joey Freshwater …

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