Blake Baker Named LSU's New Defensive Coordinator
Former Missouri DC becomes highest-paid assistant coach in college football with $2.5M annual salary.
- Blake Baker, former defensive coordinator at Missouri, has been named the new defensive coordinator at LSU.
- Baker's three-year contract with LSU is reportedly worth $2.5 million annually, making him the highest-paid assistant coach in college football.
- During his tenure at Missouri, Baker led the team to an 11-win season and a victory over Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl.
- Baker replaces Matt House at LSU, who was let go along with three other defensive assistants following a 10-3 season.
- Prior to his role at Missouri, Baker has held positions at Louisiana Tech, Miami, and previously at LSU as the linebackers coach.