
Ed Orgeron Returns to LSU as Recruiting and Defense Assistant
Ed Orgeron is back at LSU in a new role, bringing his championship pedigree and recruiting acumen to the program while partnering with head coach Lane Kiffin.
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Ed Orgeron is back at LSU in a new role, bringing his championship pedigree and recruiting acumen to the program while partnering with head coach Lane Kiffin.
A 8‑7 defeat in the SEC Tournament semifinals has left Florida's NCAA seeding prospects uncertain, even as projections and performance metrics hint at a possible berth.

Baseball America projects the Seminoles as a No. 10 overall seed, setting up a home regional against Jacksonville State, Louisiana and Rider, while the team reflects on a recent ACC loss and a season that saw them atop the rankings for much of the year.

LSU enters the 2026 season with ninth‑best national championship odds at 25‑1, anchored by quarterback Sam Leavitt’s Heisman buzz and a high‑profile offensive staff led by Lane Kiffin.

From a modest 2020 haul to a breakthrough 2025 class, the Cougars' talent pipelines reveal a story of resilience, strategic change, and emerging star power.

Since 2000, Ole Miss has turned bowl games into a showcase of resilience and talent, compiling a 12‑4 record that includes some of the most memorable finishes in college football.
Louisiana’s baseball squad dropped a 4‑3 decision to Texas State in the Sun Belt Championship, with a strong early outing by Ty Roman undone by a late bullpen collapse. The loss puts the Ragin’ Cajuns on the brink of an elimination game against No. 24 Coastal Carolina.

LSU Tigers Men's Basketball has secured the commitment of Brice Dessert, a 23‑year‑old French forward who brings a blend of size, defensive versatility and international experience to the program.

Ed Orgeron, who led LSU to a perfect 15‑0 season in 2019, has been reinstated as a special assistant to defense and recruiting under new head coach Lane Kiffin, a move that has generated enthusiastic reactions from fans and analysts.

Arch Manning, nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning, is projected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft by ESPN, but On3 ranks him fourth among college quarterbacks for the 2026 season, igniting fan debate about his current standing and future prospects.

After years of separate paths, Lane Kiffin and Ed Orgeron are joining forces again at LSU, where Orgeron will serve as a special assistant on Kiffin's staff. Their reunion marks a notable chapter in college football history.

A rundown of the most compelling storylines emerging from the SEC’s spring sessions, from heated quarterback races to promising breakout players.

The 2026 schedule highlights five pivotal matchups for Tennessee, blending historic rivalries with new storylines under coach Josh Heupel.

After a historic 2026 season ended without an NCAA Tournament berth, LSU Baseball is charting a clear path back to the College World Series, leveraging experienced leadership and a promising roster of underclassmen.

Florida has already locked in four‑star prospect Elias Pearl and is aggressively pursuing additional playmakers such as Easton Royal, Eric McFarland and Jamarin Simmons, aiming to climb to the top of the 247Sports rankings.

A look at the major storylines and expectations shaping the 2026 college football season, from Lane Kiffin’s LSU debut to Indiana’s ascent and the playoff ambitions of traditional powerhouses.
A USA TODAY Sports initiative honors the region's high school baseball standouts whose careers left a lasting mark on the sport.

A 3-1 loss to Auburn in the SEC tournament ended LSU's 2026 baseball season, marking the first time since 2011 the Tigers will not appear in the NCAA tournament. The program will now focus on recruiting and health strategies under head coach Jay Johnson.

Michigan State’s Tom Izzo decries the shift toward professional talent in college hoops, spotlighting LSU’s Will Wade and the broader implications for the NCAA.
Florida’s junior outfielder Hayden Yost has erupted with 10 home runs in just 21 games, including a three‑homer showcase against LSU, propelling the Gators toward the SEC tournament.

The University of South Florida announced the addition of three Player Personnel Analysts, each bringing distinct experience from Eastern Michigan, Coastal Carolina and LSU. The moves are part of head coach Brian Hartline’s effort to modernize the program’s support structure and strengthen its foothold in a talent‑rich state.

The influx of former G League and NBA athletes into NCAA programs has ignited a debate over the future of college basketball and the integrity of amateur competition.

Florida head coach Todd Golden criticized LSU and coach Will Wade for assembling a roster filled with former NBA players and overseas transfers, arguing that the trend threatens the development of true college talent.

UVA Athletics has appointed Cody Gougler as deputy athletics director for external operations and sport supervisor for the football program, succeeding Tyler Jones, who is moving to Stanford.