Can't Wait For Saturday Kiffin makes a wise move bringing Coach O back to LSU
Lane Kiffin has made a strategic decision to bring Ed Orgeron back to LSU as an assistant coach. Orgeron, who previously led LSU to a national title in 2019, will focus on recruiting and defense. This move is seen as a way to leverage Orgeron's past success and positive influence within the program.
- ▪Ed Orgeron struggled as a head coach at Mississippi, finishing with a 10-25 record.
- ▪He had a successful stint as interim coach at Southern California, achieving a 6-2 record.
- ▪Orgeron led LSU to a national championship in 2019, marking one of the best seasons in college football history.
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