Coaching Carousel 2025: What the Eli Drinkwitz extension means for LSU, Florida, and Auburn

James Franklin has been named the head coach at Virginia Tech, and Eric Morris will take over at Oklahoma State. Alex Golesh is reportedly close to joining Arkansas. Indiana's Curt Cignetti and SMU's Rhett Lashlee have both signed contract extensions, while Eli Drinkwitz has agreed to an extension with Missouri. Lane Kiffin remains undecided amidst speculation, with LSU reportedly preparing a significant offer for him.

The coaching market sees several prominent positions still open, including Penn State, which parted ways with Franklin in October. Penn State had shown interest in Matt Rhule, prompting an extension for him at Nebraska. Eli Drinkwitz was considered for various positions, including Penn State, LSU, Florida, and Auburn, which is still searching for a replacement after firing Hugh Freeze.

Florida is eyeing potential candidates such as Washington's Jedd Fisch, Tulane’s Jon Sumrall, and James Madison’s Bob Chesney. LSU is reportedly focused on Kiffin and is considering Notre Dame's