Fired $54 Million College Football Coach Lands New Job
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- The 2025 college football season saw 15 FBS coaches fired without cause, sparking a significant coaching carousel with potential long-term effects on the sport.
- LSU fired Brian Kelly after a 5-3 start, citing his inability to fit the team's culture despite his previous success at Notre Dame, where he had a 113-40 record and multiple playoff appearances.
- LSU paid Kelly a $54 million buyout following his dismissal, despite attempts to settle for less.
- Kelly has transitioned to a role with CBS Sports Network, providing analysis for NFL Draft coverage, including insights on his former LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier.
- Kelly expressed openness to returning to coaching only if major changes occur in the sport, while his new media role may help improve his public image and reputation.
