Ed Orgeron mocks infamous Brian Kelly fake accent on Pardon My Take
Ed Orgeron recently mocked Brian Kelly's infamous fake southern accent during an appearance on the podcast Pardon My Take. Kelly, who had a disappointing tenure at LSU, was known for his controversial introduction and recruiting video. Orgeron, who is returning to LSU to join Lane Kiffin's staff, commented on the importance of authenticity in coaching.
- ▪Brian Kelly had a 34-14 record during his time at LSU and was fired after just seven games in 2025.
- ▪Ed Orgeron, who previously won a national championship with LSU, is making a return to the university to join Lane Kiffin's staff.
- ▪Orgeron criticized Kelly's attempt to adopt a southern accent, emphasizing that players need to trust their coaches.
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