Joe Burrow Unfazed by LSU’s Hiring of Lane Kiffin
Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, recently shared his thoughts on Lane Kiffin’s hiring as head coach at Louisiana State University (LSU), his alma mater. His reaction was notably subdued, indicating a lack of enthusiasm.
Joe Burrow’s Reaction to Lane Kiffin’s Hiring
When asked about Kiffin’s appointment, Burrow commented, “Um … I think he’s a good coach. I guess we’ll … see how it goes.” His body language suggested he was not particularly excited about the news.
Recent Performance and College Football Insights
Burrow had just returned from an injury caused by turf toe. While discussing college football, he inquired whether Kiffin’s former team, Ole Miss, would qualify for the College Football Playoff. The response about their likely playoff status surprised him.
- Joe Burrow’s college career started at Ohio State.
- He transferred to LSU, where he flourished under head coach Ed Orgeron.
- Burrow’s 2019 season was historic, with 5,671 passing yards and 60 touchdowns.
- He won the Heisman Trophy and led LSU to a national championship that year.
College Recruitment and Transition
Interestingly, Burrow mentioned that he was never directly recruited by Kiffin. Despite Kiffin being listed as one of Burrow’s recruiters during his time at Alabama, he did not receive an offer. Burrow ultimately chose to play for LSU, cementing his legacy as one of their greatest quarterbacks.
Kiffin’s Influence on LSU’s Program
As Kiffin takes charge at LSU, he seeks to reshape the program. Ed Orgeron, a former assistant under Kiffin at USC, has expressed interest in returning to the LSU coaching staff, which could enhance the relationship between Kiffin and Burrow’s legacy at the school.
As LSU moves forward with Kiffin at the helm, the reactions and positioning of former players like Burrow will be closely monitored by fans and analysts alike.
