Brian Kelly Makes Big Announcement Ahead of 2024-2025 LSU Football Season

Brian Kelly is the head coach of the Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers, affectionately known by their nickname "The Bayou Bengals."

Kelly spoke to the Baton Rouge (LA) Rotary Club on Wednesday, sharing a big announcement on the team that he said is a key indicator of a championship ballclub.

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Kelly praised the performance of his Tigers in the classroom this offseason, stating that LSU has filled 84 of 85 scholarships.

He was told by an LSU spokesperson that 120 players have a grade-point average of 2.8 or higher, the highest number in LSU Tigers history.

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"These are great things that lead to championship teams," Kelly said amid the announcement.

Last season's Tigers were led by Jayden Daniels, the NCAA football Heisman Trophy winner and number two overall NFL Draft pick of the Washington Commanders.

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This season, Kelly and company will rely on Garrett Nussmeier, the son of longtime NCAA Division-I offensive coordinator Doug Nussmeier who has impressed Kelly with his QB skills.

"He's been waiting patiently," Kelly said. "I can't wait to watch him play."

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Kelly spoke highly of defensive changes that have been made to his team including Blake Baker and Bo Davis on the coaching staff.

He praised Harold Perkins among defensive standouts this spring and offseason while acknowledging the questions currently facing LSU's defensive unit.

"Everyone has questions (about the defense)," Kelly said to the Rotary Club as laughter filled the room.

He acknowledged his team's youth and need to grow into championship football players and coaches, adding that they are ready to do battle on the gridiron come September 1 when LSU takes on USC football in Las Vegas.

"Now it's their time," Kelly said.

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