Summary
LSU has hired Kevin Smith, a coach previously with Ole Miss, to be their new running backs coach. Smith is recognized for his strong coaching skills, and he will be among the highest-paid coaches in his position in the country. LSU hopes Smith can help improve their running game performance.
Key Facts
- Kevin Smith, Ole Miss's running backs coach, is moving to LSU to take on the same role.
- Smith will earn nearly $1 million per year, making him one of the highest-paid running backs coaches in the U.S.
- Lane Kiffin, LSU's head coach, previously worked at Ole Miss and has brought several former colleagues to LSU.
- Under Smith's guidance, Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy had a standout season with 1,366 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns.
- Smith also coached Quinshon Judkins, who had significant success with both Ole Miss and the Cleveland Browns.
- LSU struggled with their running game last year, managing only 1,275 total rushing yards and nine touchdowns across the team.
