WOW: Keith Carter says Charlie Weis Jr was always COMING BACK to Ole Miss | Not because Lane Kiffin, LSU allowed it

Ole Miss football faces a dramatic crossroads as Charlie Weis Jr. officially returns to coach the Rebels through the College Football Playoff, but his future remains uncertain amid LSU rumors and heated behind-the-scenes negotiations. Steven Willis unpacks Keith Carter’s revelation that Weis was always slated to stay, challenges Lane Kiffin’s public narrative, and examines how the offensive coordinator’s next move could reshape the Rebels’ trajectory.Key discussion points include potential candidates like John David Baker and Buster Faulkner should Weis depart, the impact on star players such as Austin Simmons, and how Pete Golding’s strategy will shape Ole Miss’ offensive identity. Plus, Steven Willis builds playoff hype, speculating on potential matchups and the historical significance of hosting a playoff game in Oxford. Will Weis stay and forge his legacy, or is a bold new era on the horizon for Ole Miss football?Ole Miss, Ole Miss Rebels, Ole Miss Football, Ole Miss Podcast, Charlie Weiss Jr, Lane Kiffin, Keith Carter, Pete Golding, Austin Simmons, LSU, LSU Football, College Football Playoff, SEC Football, John David Baker, Buster Faulkner, Ole Miss News, Ole Miss Rumors, Mississippi football, Locked On Ole Miss, Oxford Mississippi, College Football News, Ole Miss Players, Ole Miss vs LSUEpisode Timestamps0:00 – Weiss Jr. Returns: Ole Miss Playoff Staff DramaSteven Willis opens the show discussing Charlie Weiss Jr.'s return to coach Ole Miss through the college football playoffs. He breaks down behind-the-scenes context, Lane Kiffin's claims, Keith Carter's statements, and what this all means for the Rebels in the near term.6:06 – Weiss Jr.’s Future & OC SpeculationSteven Willis dives into speculation about Charlie Weiss Jr.'s long-term future at Ole Miss, the influence of his family, and persistent LSU rumors. He analyzes how this saga could impact Ole Miss’ offensive coordinator position for 2026 and beyond.13:36 – OC Successors & Program OutlookSteven Willis explores potential OC hires if Weiss Jr. departs, including John David Baker and Buster Faulkner. He discusses Pete Golding's offensive philosophy, program direction, and the broader implications for Ole Miss football’s identity and the upcoming playoff atmosphere.For your next listen, check out the Locked On College Football podcast! From NIL deals to never ending conference realignment rumors, Spencer McLaughlin gets you ready for an exciting season on the gridiron! Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.SupplyHouseJoin the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit SupplyHouse.com to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.