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Ole Miss Hires Former Linebacker Lanier Goethie to Defensive Staff
Goethie, an Ole Miss alum, brings NFL and college coaching experience to Pete Golding's first staff
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Pete Golding and the Ole Miss Rebels are expected to hire former linebacker Lanier Goethie to the program's defensive staff. Goethie, an Ole Miss alum, has coaching experience at both the NFL and collegiate levels, including time with the Atlanta Falcons and Duke Blue Devils.
Why it matters
The addition of Goethie to the Ole Miss staff provides the Rebels with an experienced defensive assistant as they look to build on their success under new head coach Pete Golding. Goethie's familiarity with the Ole Miss program as a former player, combined with his NFL and college coaching experience, makes him a valuable addition to the staff.
The details
Goethie played for Ole Miss from 1999 to 2002, where he recorded 178 tackles and helped lead the Rebels to 29 wins, including two victories in the Independence Bowl. After his playing career, Goethie has served on coaching staffs across the country, including stints with the Duke Blue Devils and the Atlanta Falcons, where he worked as a defensive front specialist.
- Goethie played for Ole Miss from 1999 to 2002.
- Goethie has served on coaching staffs at Duke and with the Atlanta Falcons.
The players
Lanier Goethie
A former linebacker and team captain for the Ole Miss Rebels, Goethie has coaching experience at both the NFL and collegiate levels.
Pete Golding
The new head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels, Golding is looking to build his first staff with experienced assistants like Goethie.
What’s next
Goethie is expected to join the Ole Miss defensive staff in 2026 and help the Rebels build on their success under new head coach Pete Golding.
The takeaway
The hiring of Lanier Goethie, a former Ole Miss player with NFL and college coaching experience, is a strong addition to Pete Golding's first staff as the Rebels look to continue their upward trajectory in the SEC.
