Geaux Tigahs, again: Ed Orgeron returns to LSU, joining Lane Kiffin’s chaos crew on the Bayou
Ed Orgeron is returning to LSU to join Lane Kiffin's coaching staff after previously serving as head coach. He will take on the role of special assistant to recruiting and defense, focusing on bringing in elite talent. Orgeron's return is expected to create excitement and buzz in the college football community.
- ▪Ed Orgeron previously led LSU to a national championship in 2019 before being let go in 2021.
- ▪He will assist in recruiting and defense under head coach Lane Kiffin.
- ▪Orgeron expressed excitement about returning to LSU and contributing to the program's success.
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OutKick-Sports Geaux Tigahs, again: Ed Orgeron returns to LSU, joining Lane Kiffin’s chaos crew on the Bayou The pair previously worked together at Tennessee and USC before coaching against each other as rivals in 2020 By Trey Wallace OutKick Published May 20, 2026 11:30pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Ed Orgeron admits he was awestruck by Joe Burrow's latest comments Joe Burrow's coach at LSU, Ed Orgeron, admits to Fox News Digital he was taken back by the Cincinnati Bengals' latest comments about having fun on the gridiron. After spending six years as the head coach, leading the Tigers to a national championship in 2019, Ed Orgeron is returning to LSU to join Lane Kiffin's staff.
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