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However, the timing complicates matters. The impending College Football Playoff, scheduled for early December, means that coaching hires might be delayed until after the postseason—potentially pushing decisions into January. This creates logistical challenges, especially with the early signing period on December 4 and the transfer portal window opening January 2.
Potential candidates also include well-known figures such as Lincoln Riley, who has proven his mettle at Oklahoma and USC, and other top-tier coaches who are waiting in the wings. The decision-making process will be heavily influenced by LSU’s willingness to wait and the interest of the coaching stars willing to make the leap.