College Football Icon Silences Rumors Surrounding LSU Football Job, Coaching Carousel

The LSU Tigers are conducting a coaching search following the dismissal of head coach Brian Kelly and athletic director Scott Woodward. The university aims to reset its football program with a pivotal new hire. Board of Supervisors Chair Scott Ballard expressed gratitude for Woodward's six years of service, emphasizing the focus on advancing LSU's athletic department.

Amid speculation, former Florida Gators and Ohio State Buckeyes coach Urban Meyer denied interest in returning to coaching. However, Meyer endorsed Ohio State offensive coordinator Brian Hartline as a viable candidate for head coaching roles, noting his readiness and experience.

ESPN analyst Jordan Rodgers also supported Hartline for the LSU position, citing his success in developing elite wide receivers and his play-calling skills. Rodgers dismissed the likelihood of established coaches like Lane Kiffin taking the LSU job given recent events, suggesting Hartline as an off-the-radar choice.