Les Miles turned Michigan down to remain at LSU in 2007 and in 2010, and appears prepared to do so again in 2014.
Speaking to reporters after Monday’s practice, Miles reaffirmed his commitment to stay at LSU for an 11th season in 2015.
“There’s a tradition and a culture here we’ve kind of established. The young men that come in here really enjoy stepping into this room and being a part of that culture,” Miles told The Advocate. “I think that this team has the potential to play in championships.”
LSU played has two quarterbacks this season, sophomore Anthony Jennings and freshman Brandon Harris. Its leading rusher is true freshman Leonard Fournette. Its leading receiver, Travin Dural, is a sophomore, and its next three pass catchers - Malachi Dupre, John Diarse and Trey Quinn - are all freshman. This is a young team.
And its a young team that got better throughout the season. The Tigers beat then-undefeated Ole Miss, and nearly knocked off No. 1 Alabama. LSU closed the regular season by winning at Texas A&M, 23-17. One can see why Miles is optimistic.
And for the “Well, what is he supposed to say?” crowd, there is this, from LSU beat writer Ross Dellenger:Important to note: Miles was unprompted. #LSU RT @AATomwoo: @chengelis @DellengerAdv What else is he supposed to say? Changes nothing.
— Ross Dellenger (@DellengerAdv) December 16, 2014
However, Miles refused to be quoted on the record on the subject, according to ESPN.com.
LSU closes the 2014 season against Notre Dame in the Music City Bowl on Dec. 30 (3 p.m. ET, ESPN).
Miles is 103-28 with one national championship, two SEC championships and three SEC West championships in his decade at LSU.