Overview
- In Nov. 18 and 19 letters obtained by ESPN, Brian Kelly’s attorneys say LSU’s stance that he was not formally terminated has made it “nearly impossible” for him to secure football employment and they reserve the right to seek damages.
- LSU’s Board of Supervisors authorized new president Wade Rousse to issue a formal termination notice, with no public indication whether it will be for cause or without cause as the school declines comment citing litigation.
- Kelly has filed for a declaratory judgment asserting he was removed without cause on Oct. 26, while LSU has argued former AD Scott Woodward lacked authority and has explored for‑cause grounds that could affect roughly $54 million in liquidated damages.
- Reporting indicates LSU proposed lump‑sum settlements of about $25 million and then $30 million, both of which Kelly rejected as he seeks the full contractual amount.
- LSU continues its coaching search, with multiple outlets reporting pursuit of Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin on a massive offer during a carousel that includes nine Power Four openings.