Lane Kiffin Daughter: College-football social feeds exploded in late September 2025 when Landry Kiffin — the eldest daughter of Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin — publicly “hard launched” a relationship with Whit Weeks, a star linebacker at rival LSU. That mix of family, fandom and rivalry created an instant viral moment: dad coaches Ole Miss, boyfriend plays for LSU, and fans had fun (and took sides) online.
This long, reader-friendly guide unpacks everything verified about the story as of September 28, 2025 — who Landry is, who Whit Weeks is, how the relationship surfaced, how Lane and his family reacted, the role of Lane’s wife Layla in the moment, what the LSU coaching staff (head coach Brian Kelly) can realistically think about it, and important etiquette and privacy notes for fans.
TL;DR — the one-paragraph version
Lane Kiffin Daughter: Landry Kiffin (b. 2004) — Lane Kiffin’s eldest daughter and an Ole Miss student — publicly posted photos signaling a relationship with Whit Weeks, a standout LSU linebacker. Major outlets (People, Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports and others) confirmed the social-media posts and covered the affectionate on-field moments during the Ole Miss–LSU rivalry week in late September 2025. Lane Kiffin reacted with good-natured trolling after Ole Miss beat LSU, and the family moment became a friendly, big-time college-football headline.
1) Who is Landry Kiffin?
- Age & background: Landry Kiffin was born in 2004 and is Lane Kiffin’s oldest child. She’s known to fans as a stylish game-day presence and — increasingly — as a public figure in her own right. Several human-interest profiles and family features document that Landry moved to Oxford (Miss.) when Lane coached at Ole Miss and later enrolled at the university.
- Public profile: Landry keeps a semi-public social presence — sharing fashion and family photos but otherwise maintaining a fairly private life compared with celebrity influencers. She’s an adult and a college student, which means she’s free to make public relationship choices; responsible reporting respects that distinction.
2) Who is Whit Weeks (the boyfriend)?
- Player profile: Whit Weeks is a prominent linebacker for the LSU Tigers — a starter and defensive leader listed on LSU’s official roster. He’s from Watkinsville, Georgia, starred at Oconee County High, and has built a reputation as one of the SEC’s top defenders in 2025.
- Why he’s notable: Weeks is not just “a player” — he’s a recognizable on-field performer whose presence at LSU makes the relationship particularly newsworthy around a high-profile rivalry game. That’s part of why the social-media photos went viral.
3) How and when the relationship surfaced
- The social-media reveal: Landry posted affectionate photos with Whit and a simple caption like “Happy :)” (the precise caption varied by outlet quoting the post); Weeks responded playfully on his Instagram Story. People and other outlets called it a “hard launch” after several hints in previous weeks. The timing — just before a marquee Ole Miss–LSU matchup in late September 2025 — made it especially headline-worthy.
4) How Lane Kiffin reacted
- Good-natured trolling: Lane Kiffin publicly poked fun at the situation in the way he often pokes fun at rival programs — tweeting/joking about the historic rivalry moment and later embracing a lighthearted photo with Landry despite her “LSU” fit that fans called a playful “betrayal.” Outlets described the reaction as warm and humorous rather than hostile. That tone helped keep the moment from turning negative or threatening.
5) What Layla (Lane Kiffin’s wife / ex-wife) presence means
- Marital status context: Lane and Layla Reaves Kiffin divorced in 2016. In 2024–2025, multiple outlets reported glimpses of reconciliation and increased family togetherness (Layla and the kids spending more time in Oxford), but official marital-status announcements have been mixed and not the primary focus of reporting. Media coverage in 2025 used terms like “reconciled” in lifestyle pieces while People’s family profile still identifies Layla as Lane’s ex-wife. Phrase carefully: public reports note the family is spending more time together and Layla has been seen at games and family events.
6) Who is the LSU head coach right now — and what does he think?
- LSU head coach (2025): Brian Kelly is LSU’s head coach (hired in 2021). He handles team matters and media relations for LSU, but a player’s dating life is typically a private matter for the student-athlete and family — except where NCAA rules or team discipline could be involved (they generally are not). LSU coverage leading up to the game focused on the matchup and not on coaching commentary about the relationship.
7) Timeline & game-day moments (what made it go viral)
- Hints & posts: Sports watchers noticed social hints over several weeks — photos, Stories, and friendly interactions online.
- Rivalry week: The posts peaked the week of the Ole Miss–LSU game (Sept. 27, 2025). Game-day looks (Landry’s outfit reportedly nodded at Whit/LSU earlier in the week and later shifted to full Ole Miss support) and the family photo with Lane made for great TV and social edits. Outlets called it a “betrayal fit” in jest; Lane and Landry’s public hug afterward (and his playful trolling) made clear the family dynamic was affectionate.
8) What journalists and fans should avoid (ethics & privacy)
This story is fun and viral — but responsible coverage matters:
- Avoid doxxing or revealing private details (home addresses, class schedules, minors’ private info). Landry is an adult, but privacy still matters.
- Don’t weaponize the relationship into harassment of the student-athlete (Weeks) or the coach’s family. Public figures get scrutiny, but threats or harassment are unacceptable.
- Confirm before amplifying private claims. Social media can create rumors; rely on confirmed posts and reputable outlets. The People/SI/Fox Sports coverage cited below are solid starting points.
9) FAQ — quick answers fans ask
Q: Who is Lane Kiffin’s daughter dating?
A: Public reporting confirms Landry Kiffin has publicly revealed a relationship with Whit Weeks, an LSU linebacker.
Q: Is Lane Kiffin married?
A: Lane Kiffin divorced Layla Reaves in 2016. Recent 2024–25 coverage indicates they have spent more time together and there have been reconciliation rumors; however, outlets vary on wording (some call Layla his ex-wife; lifestyle pieces have described them as reconciled). Use careful language and rely on direct statements from the couple for definitive status.
Q: Who coaches LSU?
A: Brian Kelly is LSU’s head coach in 2025.
Q: Is this an NCAA or team discipline issue?
A: No. Romantic relationships between consenting adult student-athletes and non-students (or students at other schools) are not inherently NCAA violations. Teams may have conduct policies, but nothing reported suggests coach or team discipline is needed here.
10) Media reaction & fan culture — why this blew up
Three reasons this made headlines:
- Rivalry theater: When a coach’s daughter dates a player from a rival school, it creates irresistible narrative tension for fans and pundits.
- Timing: The public posts dropped during SEC rivalry week, guaranteeing maximum social traction.
- Family-friendly tone: Lane’s playful public response (trolling and hugs) turned what could have been a scandal into viral, mostly positive content — so outlets ran with it in lifestyle and sports coverage.
Practical takeaways (for fans, reporters and recruits)
- Fans: Enjoy the story but keep it playful and respectful. Avoid sending negativity to student-athletes or family members.
- Reporters: Quote primary posts (Instagram) and stick to verified reporting (People, SI, LSU official roster) when describing the relationship. Don’t publish private information.
- Recruits & families: Understand that public attention can follow family ties and social decisions — media training and privacy planning are useful for high-profile sports families.
Verified sources & working links
Below are the primary, reputable sources I used when preparing this article. Each link was live and accessible on September 28, 2025.
- People — Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin’s daughter, 20, reveals she’s dating LSU player Whit Weeks (profile & family context). (People.com)
https://people.com/ole-miss-coach-lane-kiffin-daughter-dating-quarterback-from-his-rival-lsu-11815483
Disclaimer
This article is informational and summarizes publicly available reporting and social-media posts as of September 28, 2025. It is not gossip and does not reveal private or unlawful information. For the most accurate and up-to-date personal statements about private relationships or family matters, rely on the individuals’ verified social accounts or official statements. Images used in this article are royalty‑free or licensed for commercial use and are provided here for illustrative purposes.