LSU Football Legend Urges Penn State to Hire Brian Kelly

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LSU Football Legend Urges Penn State to Hire Brian Kelly

No. 20 LSU Tigers (5-2, 2-2 SEC) is facing scrutiny after a disappointing loss to the Vanderbilt Commodores in Week 8. This defeat marks the Tigers’ second in three games, causing a significant drop in the AP Top-25 Poll from No. 4 to No. 20. Concern is mounting among fans and former players regarding the team’s current performance.

Ryan Clark’s Commentary on LSU

Former LSU defensive back and ESPN analyst Ryan Clark shared insights before the game against Vanderbilt. He questioned the team’s identity and performance, particularly highlighting the absence of standout quarterback Garrett Nussmeier and an underachieving offense. During his analysis on ESPN’s First Take, Clark stated:

  • “Where’s the Garrett Nussmeier that was supposed to go top-five?”
  • “You have a defense that’s playing top tier.”

Clark stressed that the result of this game could reflect LSU’s status as a potential College Football Playoff contender.

Potential Coaching Changes at Penn State

In addition to discussing LSU, Clark also mentioned Brian Kelly, the Tigers’ head coach, in the context of Penn State’s coaching search. With James Franklin recently departing, Clark proposed that Brian Kelly could be an ideal candidate for the Nittany Lions. He stated:

  • “If they do (qualify for the College Football Playoff), Penn State should look at Brian Kelly.”
  • “Kelly is a serial winner and seems like a much better cultural fit at Penn State than LSU.”

Sports Illustrated echoed this sentiment, suggesting that hiring Kelly could bring similar success to Penn State as Franklin did.

Upcoming Matchup for LSU

The LSU Tigers will strive to rebound from their recent loss in their next game against No. 3 Texas A&M. This SEC matchup is scheduled for Week 9, with kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. at Tiger Stadium.

As the college football season progresses, the future of both Brian Kelly and the LSU program remains a topic of intense debate among fans and analysts alike.