LSU is firing fourth-year coach Brian Kelly, the school announced Sunday evening. The move comes after the Tigers failed to deliver on high expectations in a disappointing 2025 season. The 64-year-old Kelly is in the midst of a 5-3 season in Baton Rouge. His buyout of $50-plus million will be the second most ever paid to a college football coach.

"When Coach Kelly arrived at LSU four years ago, we had high hopes that he would lead us to multiple SEC and national championships during his time in Baton Rouge," LSU athletic director Scott Woodward said in a statement released by the school. "Ultimately, the success at the level that LSU demands simply did not materialize, and I made the decision to make a change after last night's game. I am grateful for the ongoing consultations and support

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