Lane Kiffin, the Ole Miss football coach, had a disappointing weekend when his NCAA Tournament bracket was partially ruined by Alabama’s victory over Grand Canyon. Kiffin had originally predicted a Round of 32 showdown between Alabama and Grand Canyon, with the Antelopes advancing to the Sweet 16 to face North Carolina. However, Grand Canyon lost to Alabama in a thrilling match, leading Kiffin’s girlfriend, Sally Rychlak, to playfully criticize him for jinxing the game.
Rychlak took to social media to share her playful criticism, stating, “Way to jinx it.” While Kiffin may have been disappointed with his bracket’s performance, he can take some solace in his former school, Tennessee, narrowly escaping the Round of 32 with a win over the University of Texas. When asked about Tennessee’s chances, Kiffin confidently replied, “Final 4.”
Kiffin’s relationship with Rychlak has been going strong since at least February 2023. They have been seen together at various events and Kiffin even posted a rare photo of the couple on National Girlfriend Day. However, it remains to be seen if Rychlak will continue to tease Kiffin if his bracket takes another hit this week.
Kiffin was previously married to Layla and they announced their divorce in 2016. They share three children together: Landry, Presley, and Knox. Despite the ups and downs in his personal life, Kiffin remains focused on his coaching career and leading the Ole Miss football team to success.
While Kiffin’s bracket may not have turned out as he had hoped, he can still take pride in his team’s accomplishments on the football field. As the NCAA Tournament continues and more upsets occur, it will be interesting to see how Kiffin’s predictions fare and if Rychlak will continue to playfully criticize him for his choices.
In the world of sports, anything can happen, and March Madness is no exception. As fans and coaches alike fill out their brackets, they are reminded that even the most knowledgeable experts can be surprised by the outcomes. For Lane Kiffin, his bracket may have taken a hit, but he remains determined to lead his team to victory on the football field.
