Why LSU Should Take a Breath Before Hiring a New Coach

LSU is in a hurry to find a new football coach after letting Brian Kelly go. But is rushing into a decision the best move? Rece Davis, an ESPN analyst, thinks not. He believes LSU should wait until the season ends before making a big hire. Davis points out that LSU's past has shown that quick decisions don't always work out. When they hired Brian Kelly, they were excited about his experience, but things didn't go as planned. Kelly's time at LSU was okay, but not great. They never won a big title, and some of the changes he made didn't work out well. Now, LSU is looking at names like Lane Kiffin and Kenny Dillingham. But both of these coaches still have games to play this season. LSU needs to be sure that the coach they want will actually say yes before making an offer. Davis says that LSU should wait until after the playoffs to make a decision. This way, they can be sure they're getting the right coach, not just the one who is available right now. He also warns that if LSU hires someone they're not completely sure about, they might end up in the same situation again in just a couple of years. The decision to fire Brian Kelly wasn't just about football. Political pressure played a big role. Governor Jeff Landry and some board members were involved in the decision. This shows how outside influences can affect big decisions in college sports. LSU has a chance to learn from past mistakes. If they take their time and make a thoughtful decision, they might find a coach who can truly lead the team to success. But if they rush into it, they could end up repeating history.