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Shaquille O'Neal Adds Fuel to LSU, Nick Saban Rumors

Shaquille O'Neal Adds Fuel to LSU, Nick Saban Rumors

Summary

LSU fired their head football coach, Brian Kelly, earlier this season. Rumors suggest that Nick Saban, who coached LSU to a national title in 2003, might return. Shaquille O'Neal, a former LSU basketball player, hinted that LSU is talking to Saban about the position.

Key Facts

  • LSU fired head coach Brian Kelly after a significant loss to Texas A&M.
  • The buyout negotiated for Kelly's departure was $27 million.
  • Nick Saban previously coached LSU and won a national title there in 2003.
  • Saban has said he's happy with his current situation and doesn't plan to return to coaching.
  • Shaquille O'Neal mentioned hearing LSU and Saban were having talks.
  • O'Neal expressed that hiring Saban would be beneficial for LSU.
  • Saban quit coaching at Alabama after the 2023 season.
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