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Baker plans to remain in Baton Rouge, Kiffin continues piecing together a strong staff as early moves continue.
LSU defensive coordinator Blake Baker has made a decision about his future amid interest from Tulane and Memphis.
Blake Baker played four seasons for Tulane in the early 2000s. He has never served as a head coach at any level.
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Lane Kiffin confirms Blake Baker will remain LSU’s defensive coordinator, ending speculation about his future.
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LSU coach Lane Kiffin announces that defensive coordinator Blake Baker will remain with the Tigers
Baker, hired by former LSU coach Brian Kelly, has led the defense the past two seasons and has been one of the highest-paid assistants in college football at $2.5 million annually.
LSU football coach Lane Kiffin announced Friday night he was retaining defensive coordinator Blake Baker. See the terms of Baker's new deal here.
After Kiffin made the move to Louisiana on Nov. 30, the elite shot-caller brought in multiple members of his offensive coaching staff at Ole Miss - including offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr., wide receivers coach George McDonald, and tight ends coach Joe Cox, among several others.