LSU football coaching target could be close to inking extension

LSU's search for a new head football coach prominently features Lane Kiffin from Ole Miss as the top candidate. Despite LSU’s concentrated efforts to recruit Kiffin, his decision remains uncertain, as he may choose to stay with Ole Miss or consider a position at Florida. Should Kiffin decline, LSU might consider Missouri's head coach, Eli Drinkwitz, as an alternative.

Drinkwitz has been mentioned in several coaching searches, including Penn State. Although reports suggest he is part of LSU's backup plan, Missouri is reportedly considering an extension for Drinkwitz. The Missouri board has scheduled an executive session to discuss contracts and personnel matters, likely related to Drinkwitz's potential contract extension. This development could complicate LSU's coaching search if Drinkwitz remains with Missouri.