Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry says LSU AD Scott Woodward won't hire next football coach

LSU is set to begin its second coaching search in four years following the firing of head football coach Brian Kelly. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced that the LSU Board of Supervisors will form a committee to select the next coach, sidelining Athletic Director Scott Woodward from making the decision. This move comes after Woodward's involvement in securing two of the largest buyouts in college football history, including Jimbo Fisher's hiring at Texas A&M and Kelly's contract at LSU.

Kelly's dismissal comes with a substantial financial implication, as his buyout totals $52.38 million. His 10-year contract, signed in 2021, had six years remaining at the time of his firing. The decision to form a committee aims to avoid past mistakes and improve the hiring process.

Potential candidates for the coaching position include Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin, Tulane's Jon Sumrall, and Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady, who was part of LSU's staff during its 201