Aaron Torres from FOX Sports Radio emphasized that Brian Kelly’s third season as head coach of the Tigers has been disastrous and is not reflective of the $10 million annual salary LSU is paying him. “Is this what $10 million a year buys?” the college football analyst asked, further scrutinizing Kelly’s job security and highlighting a string of demoralizing losses.
In a tweet, Torres pointed out the disappointing results the Tigers have faced this season, including defeats to a poor USC team, a crushing loss to Alabama, a blowout by A&M, a loss to Florida, never leading against Ole Miss until the last moment, and narrowly escaping defeat against South Carolina due to an injury to LaNorris Sellers.
As LSU contemplates a potential firing, they must also weigh Kelly’s hefty buyout of $60.8 million in 2024 and $51.7 million in 2025, as well as his 10-year contract, which guarantees him $95 million until 2031.
Tensions are rising around Kelly as fans express their frustration following LSU’s third consecutive loss to Florida, resulting in a 27-16 score and a 6-4 record. Social media erupted with calls for Kelly’s dismissal, especially after a clip surfaced of him berating a player with profanities mid-game, and another clip showed player Kyren Lacy visibly upset with Kelly on the sidelines. This sideline turmoil indicates an urgent need for Kelly to regain control of his team while time permits.
