OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — A handful of Ole Miss football players were the first to emerge from the Manning Center following Lane Kiffin’s farewell meeting as head coach.

“It’s the Pete Golding era! A new era. Hotty Toddy,” exclaimed the smiling players to assembled media and onlookers gathered for news after the 15-minute meeting. “It’s Pete!”

Ole Miss promoted defensive coordinator Pete Golding to head coach, announcing the move shortly after Kiffin’s departure for LSU.

“Coach Kiffin and I met yesterday and he informed us that is accepting the head coaching position at another school,” Carter said. “For our program to begin preparing for its future — both short and long term, he will be stepping away from the team immediately.”

Athletic Director Keith Carter said Golding would guide the No

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