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Steve Sarkisian, Texas Attempting to Poach LSU Assistant From Lane Kiffin

Steve Sarkisian, Texas Attempting to Poach LSU Assistant From Lane Kiffin

Summary

The Texas Longhorns football team let go of their running backs coach after a poor season. Head Coach Steve Sarkisian is now looking to hire Frank Wilson, an assistant currently with LSU. A decision on Wilson's future will be made after LSU's bowl game on December 27.

Key Facts

  • Texas fired running backs coach Chad Scott after one season.
  • The Longhorns had their worst rushing season in 81 years, averaging 129.7 yards per game.
  • Steve Sarkisian is interested in hiring LSU assistant Frank Wilson.
  • LSU hired Lane Kiffin as their new head coach, affecting Wilson’s position.
  • Wilson will coach LSU in their upcoming bowl game against Houston.
  • A decision on Wilson's future at LSU will be made after the bowl game on December 27.
  • Wilson has expressed a desire to remain with the LSU program.
  • Wilson previously coached at LSU from 2010 to 2015.

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