Overview
- Speaking on Bussin’ With The Boys on Dec. 9, Orgeron joked that recruiters once used the “back door” for cash and now use the “front door.”
- He described adapting to name, image and likeness rules as a minor shift after years recruiting in the SEC.
- Orgeron said there was an unwritten expectation about not outbidding an in‑state school for a local player, adding those norms were often ignored.
- Coverage presents the comments as lighthearted reflections on how informal payments gave way to above‑board NIL and emerging revenue sharing.
- The former LSU coach won the 2019 national championship, was let go after the 2021 season, has not coached since, and has expressed interest in returning.