Lane Kiffin's first week on the job as the head coach at LSU has come with plenty of moving parts. Kiffin is still assembling his coaching staff while navigating the Early Signing Period for 2026 recruits, which began on Wednesday.
As Kiffin continues shaping his recruiting class and coaching staff, defensive coordinator Blake Baker could have one foot out the door. According to WDSU in New Orleans, Baker is nearing a deal to become the next head coach at Tulane.
Blake Baker seems to be the favorite to land the Tulane head coaching job
Earlier this week, Guerry Smith of The Times-Picayune and New Orleans Advocate confirmed that Baker was in New Orleans on Monday to interview for Tulane's head coaching position.