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Ed Orgeron Says He’s Ready to Coach Again as 2025 Openings Fuel Speculation

Analysts link him to Arkansas, Oklahoma State, UCLA, Virginia Tech with no reported offers or interviews.

Overview

  • Orgeron told WAFB’s Jacques Doucet at a Patrick Queen stadium ceremony that he is ready to return and will consider whatever job is best.
  • He led LSU to a 15-0 national championship season in 2019 and went 51-20 before parting ways after the 2021 season.
  • Current vacancies at Arkansas, Oklahoma State, UCLA and Virginia Tech have media listing him as a possible candidate, with Tulane mentioned only if that job later opens.
  • Coverage cites his SEC background and Louisiana recruiting ties as potential fit factors for certain roles.
  • Some analysis deems him a tough sell for high-profile hires due to his uneven final seasons at LSU and off-field concerns, and there are no commitments or interview reports.