The LSU football team is now led by Lane Kiffin . Kiffin replaces Brian Kelly, who got the boot during the 2025 season. Kiffin is rumored to be keeping at least one LSU coach around the program moving forward.

“LSU defensive coordinator Blake Baker is viewed as a strong possibility to be retained by Lane Kiffin as the Tigers’ defensive coordinator, sources tell CBS Sports,” CBS reporter Matt Zenitz posted to X, formerly Twitter.

Kiffin needs a defensive coordinator. He is not bringing Ole Miss's defensive coordinator with him to Baton Rouge. Pete Golding is taking over head coaching duties in Oxford.

LSU finished the 2025 season with a 7-5 overall record. The Tigers will go to a bowl game, despite the frustrating season. Kiffin leaves Ole Miss after posting a 11-1 regular season in

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