Lane Kiffin is one of the most polarizing coaches in all of college football.
You either love him or you hate him. There can be no in-between. But one thing is for certain: he’s great for the sport.
He would have been more excited if it was a Big Ten gig
— Circle Back Pat (@CircleBackPat) December 7, 2019
As it turns out, Kiffin’s son is a pretty damn good quarterback and just received his very first scholarship offer despite only being in eighth grade.
Knox Kiffin announced that Division II Mississippi College formally offered him the well-earned scholarship offer.
Lane Kiffin's son has his first college football scholarship offer……..and he's also in 8th grade.
DETAILS: https://t.co/JU8SUHOQ3R pic.twitter.com/bAY0vVILkr
— OutKick (@Outkick) April 2, 2024
Despite his young age, Knox has been making the rounds around the country, visiting several major football programs.
Excited to receive a offer from Mississippi College Choctaws pic.twitter.com/Xbx2ZLMAQw
— Knox Kiffin (@KnoxKiffinQB) April 1, 2024
Speaking about Knox’s potential, former Mississippi State wide receiver Cam Floyd, who coached Knox at a recent Mojo seven-on-seven event, expressed his admiration for the young quarterback’s skills.
“By far, he probably has the best arm I’ve seen in this circuit,” Floyd told David Johnson of Inside the Rebels. “I’m very, very impressed with his arm strength.”
Showdown series 7 on 7 clips pic.twitter.com/5ntLbkob1F
— Knox Kiffin (@KnoxKiffinQB) February 10, 2024
“Usually, as the offensive coordinator, I have to kind of coach the kids on where to throw the ball. Today, I showed him the play and he dissected it himself,” he added.
“You don’t get that a lot in 14 years old. He’s wise beyond his years. You can tell his dad is a coach.”
There’s a quarterback to watch for according to @Coach_Cam16 of @Mojo7on.
@KnoxKiffinQB turned some heads this past Saturday.
“He probably has the best arm I’ve seen in the circuit.”
via @247Sports | @Marcusdent93 https://t.co/EUIjx7Ssab
— Brad Logan (@BradLoganCOTE) April 1, 2024
At 5-foot-10 and 170 pounds, Knox may not possess great size, but he is already drawing attention for his athleticism and high football IQ.
With four years left before he officially enters the college football world, Knox has ample time to further develop his talents and attract attention from other programs.
Fun little workout at @3dqb_SoCal with @jreyes05_ @Lane_Kiffin pic.twitter.com/xvXhJkuRIm
— Knox Kiffin (@KnoxKiffinQB) June 11, 2023
Lane previously revealed that Knox has his sights set on several top-tier football programs, including Oregon, Florida, Georgia, Texas, and of course, Ole Miss.
Knox added a touch of humor to the situation by playfully trolling his father, declaring USC head coach Lincoln Riley as his favorite after a visit to the campus last June.
🤦♂️. Who would of thought??? Thanks for taking good care of him and his buddy Hud @LincolnRiley. He said your are his new favorite USC coach ever. My own son trolling me 😂 @USC_Athletics pic.twitter.com/GARWu6JXuC
— Lane Kiffin (@Lane_Kiffin) June 11, 2023
Nothing at all against Mississippi College, but it’s safe to say Knox will eventually be receiving better offers from bigger programs.
Will he ultimately play for his father?
Will Lane even be at Ole Miss in four years?
2024 is shaping up to be an enormous year for Lane and the Rebs. After all, this is looking like his best-ever team in Oxford.
With the playoff field expanding to 12-teams, Lane is expected to guide Ole Miss to a playoff spot … But will he???
Been in Tupelo this morning watching the Mojo 7v7 team practice. Young Knox Kiffin was there throwing darts. One of the best arms I’ve seen for prospect his age. Also watched Kevin Smith Jr., who is one heck of an athlete. pic.twitter.com/8uDC8MV4Hj
— David Johnson (@Rebels247) March 30, 2024
What are your thoughts on Knox?
Of course, it’s way too early to have a firm opinion on his future … However, do you think he will end up living up to the hype???
He loved Knoxville so much he named his son Knox @Lane_Kiffin ! Congrats #GBO
— Seth McCain (@Seth1015) December 9, 2019