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LSU Athletic Director Quashes Saban Return Rumors
11/5/2025
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Story summary
- Verge Ausberry, LSU Athletic Director, dismissed rumors of Nick Saban returning as LSU head coach during an ESPN interview.
- Ausberry states that Saban, who retired in 2023, is not interested in returning to football.
- Shaquille O'Neal, a former LSU player, suggested Saban had been in talks with LSU amid their coaching search, fueling speculation.
- Ausberry's comments imply LSU will seek other candidates.
