College Football Coaching Carousel Predictions 2025: Picks for LSU, Ole Miss, Florida and More

The college football coaching carousel is seeing major shifts with key programs seeking new head coaches. The Florida Gators are expected to target Lane Kiffin from Ole Miss, leveraging the current instability at LSU due to administrative changes. Penn State is likely to consider Manny Diaz, currently at Duke, following extensions signed by other top candidates. Oklahoma State may look to hire Eric Morris from North Texas, while Arkansas could appoint Rhett Lashlee from SMU, capitalizing on his ties to the Razorbacks.

UCLA is predicted to pursue Jonathan Smith, hoping to bring stability to their program. Virginia Tech is reportedly interested in James Franklin, who may be seeking a less demanding role than his former position at Penn State. Stanford is expected to promote Tavita Pritchard, a former player and current coach, to head coach. Ole Miss, facing the potential loss of Kiffin, might turn to Ryan Silverfield from Memphis as a replacement. Lastly, LSU could consider Jon Sumrall, who has