LSU Makes Major Decision for Coaching Search
Summary
LSU fired coach Brian Kelly and named Frank Wilson as interim head coach. Louisiana's governor stated that a committee, not Athletic Director Scott Woodward, will choose the next permanent coach. LSU seeks to avoid past mistakes of expensive contracts and is considering various options for their next hire.Key Facts
- LSU fired Brian Kelly and owes him a $53 million buyout.
- Frank Wilson is the interim head coach for the rest of the season.
- Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced that a committee would select the next coach, not Athletic Director Scott Woodward.
- Scott Woodward faced criticism due to costly contracts he signed previously.
- Woodward tried unsuccessfully to hire Jimbo Fisher from Texas A&M, leading to a large contract extension for Fisher.
- Governor Landry emphasized not repeating past mistakes with expensive coaching contracts.
- LSU is considering hiring either a big-name coach or an up-and-coming coach that may require a less expensive contract.
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