One of LSU’s most successful recruiters in the modern era is back on the sideline to lead the program during a time of sudden transition, as Frank Wilson was named interim head coach following the dismissal of Brian Kelly this week.

BATON ROUGE, La. ( Louisiana First) — Frank Wilson was named as LSU football’s interim coach after head coach Brian Kelly was fired Sunday night. Athletics Director Scott Woodward said a national search for a permanent head coach would start immediately. In the meantime, New Orleans native Wilson will lead the Tigers.