Brian Kelly's lawyers demand $54M from LSU or face legal action, settlement talks collapse after athletic director's exit

Before building a dynasty at Alabama, Nick Saban made his mark at LSU from 2000 to 2004, leading the Tigers to a BCS National Championship and restoring pride in a program that had struggled for consistency. His time in Baton Rouge still carries weight with fans and boosters who see him as the architect of LSU’s modern success.

Another week has passed and there is no resolution on whether Ole Miss football coach Lane Kiffin will leave for the openings at Florida or LSU.

Verge Ausberry, the school's interim athletic director, quickly put that notion to rest.

LSU's interim athletic director denied Nick Saban coaching rumors sparked by Shaquille O'Neal, as the Tigers continue searching for their new football coach after Brian Kelly's firing.

Report says LSU cut Brian Kelly’s buyout to about $20M using a contract “morals code,” clearing room for a high-profile coaching search.

A Louisiana-based football influencer has shut down internet rumors linking her to having an affair with LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier after a “fake” article on Facebook claimed they were seen entering a hotel room together.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/lsu as LSU Football Interim Athletics Director Shuts Down Nick Saban Rumors Amid Search. The LSU Tigers have stolen headlines across America this fall with the program navigating a chaotic stretch in Baton Rouge after parting ways with Brian Kelly.