“Fans Compare LSU’s Brian Kelly to Deion Sanders After Fourth Loss – Gridiron Heroics”
The LSU Tigers suffered their fourth defeat of the season, losing a crucial match to the Florida Gators in Gainesville.
Now at 6-4, the Tigers have fallen short of their preseason ambitions in the highly competitive SEC. Entering 2024, LSU hoped to overcome USC and make a significant push for the College Football Playoff. However, this season has gone in the opposite direction, with playoff aspirations slipping away.
Amid LSU’s disappointing slide, fans are beginning to call for a coaching change. Brian Kelly was hired to address the challenges left by former coach Ed Orgeron. Orgeron’s departure remains a divisive topic among fans—some argue he was unjustly ousted, while others believe the move was justified.
Orgeron was a beloved figure, known for connecting well with players due to his evident passion for the game. Kelly, while recognized as a capable recruiter, lacks the warmth Orgeron displayed. This has led some LSU supporters to criticize the school and athletic director Scott Woodward for bringing Kelly on board.
LSU Fans’ Frustration Grows with Brian Kelly Following Loss
The challenges Kelly faces on the field, along with recruitment issues, have tested fans’ patience. Despite a contract exceeding $100 million meant to rejuvenate LSU football, Kelly’s performance has drawn scrutiny, especially as less-compensated coaches achieve more impressive results.
One coach LSU fans have shown interest in is Deion Sanders. With speculation that Sanders might consider leaving Colorado once his sons move on, some fans hope he could step in at LSU. Others wonder if Sanders will opt for a higher-profile role or even retire from coaching.
Sanders’ achievements are notable, given that he inherited a far weaker Colorado program compared to Kelly’s LSU. Prior to his arrival, the Buffaloes had not experienced significant success or generated similar excitement. Sanders accomplished this turnaround without a massive salary like Kelly’s.