Ed Orgeron, the former head coach who steered LSU to a perfect 15‑0 season and a national title in 2019, is making a comeback at his alma mater.
A Strategic Return
He will join Lane Kiffin’s staff as an assistant, a move that signals a renewed focus on the Tigers’ recruiting efforts.
Orgeron’s tenure at LSU, from 2016 to 2021, was marked by three SEC West titles and a dominant defensive identity that helped the program climb to the top of the AP poll.
The partnership between Orgeron and Kiffin is not new; the two previously worked together at Tennessee and later at USC, where they helped reshape offensive schemes.
Since stepping away from a formal coaching role in 2021, Orgeron has remained active on the recruiting circuit, recently guiding five‑star defensive tackle Richard Anderson through a visit to Baton Rouge.
His reputation as one of the most effective recruiters in college football has only grown, and LSU hopes his expertise will translate into a new wave of talent for the program.