LSU football loses assistant coach to NFL team

LSU safeties coach Jake Olsen is set to join the Washington Commanders' coaching staff under Dan Quinn, according to a report from CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz. Olsen, who began his role at LSU in January 2024, is leaving after contributing significantly to the team's secondary. Previously, he served as an analyst focusing on linebackers before a stint with Missouri under Blake Baker. Olsen returned to LSU when Baker became the defensive coordinator, taking charge of the safeties and notably mentoring players like Jardin Gilbert and Major Burns. In 2025, Olsen played a key role in rebuilding LSU's secondary, working with standout transfers A.J. Haulcy and Tamarcus Cooley. His departure presents a staffing challenge for LSU head coach Lane Kiffin as the team approaches spring workouts.