Ed Orgeron Says He ‘Would Love’ To Return To LSU Football

The Louisiana State Tigers are now a few days into their search for a new head coach after firing Brian Kelly. A familiar face is now voicing his desire for a return to the program.

Former LSU head coach Ed Orgeron, who led the team to a national championship in 2019, was asked if he would return to the team.

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“Are you kidding me? I’m one phone call away,” Orgeron said on Wednesday. “I just gotta get in my truck, I could be there today.”

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He even said he would consider returning as an assistant coach under Lane Kiffin.

Kiffin is a longtime colleague of Orgeron and is currently the head coach for Ole Miss.

The Tigers had a 51-20 record in the six seasons with Orgeron at the helm, including a 15-0 season that produced a championship in 2019.

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About the Author Published Oct 29, 2025

JAMES PARKER

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