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LSU coach Ed Orgeron talks about his time at Ole Miss ahead of game vs. Rebels
By Adam Spencer
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LSU interim coach Ed Orgeron and the Tigers are preparing for a tough home game against Ole Miss on Saturday night.
Coach O used to be the head man at Ole Miss, so this game means a little something extra to him.
With emotions high for a Baton Rouge Saturday night game (8 p.m. Central time), Coach O spoke to reporters on Monday afternoon.
Here’s what the Tigers’ coach had to say:
On RB Leonard Fournette’s status:
Ed Orgeron: "I expect Leonard Fournette to be back to his week, I expect him to practice all week." #LSU
— TigerDroppings (@TigerDroppings) October 17, 2016
O on Fournette: "He did help me at halftime and was helping on the sideline. He's going to help us with that ball in his hand." #LSU
— Ross Dellenger (@RossDellenger) October 17, 2016
On Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze:
Ed Orgeron and Hugh Freeze go way back. Orgeron: "He's done a tremendous job. He's a tremendous fit for that school." #LSU
— Shea Dixon (@Sheadixon) October 17, 2016
Coach O: I almost hired Hugh as offensive coordinator (at Ole Miss). I probably should have.
— Ron Higgins (@RonHigg) October 17, 2016
On playing at Tiger Stadium as coach of the Rebels:
#LSU coach Ed Orgeron: I remember being a 27-point underdog. it looked like we were playing Green Bay Packers (when he coached against LSU)
— JimKleinpeter (@JimKleinpeter) October 17, 2016
On his role in “The Blind Side” as Ole Miss coach:
Coach O asked if he's remembered more at OM for coaching or "The Blind Side."
"I had more success in 'The Blind Side.' " #LSU— Scott Rabalais (@RabalaisAdv) October 17, 2016
On coaching at Ole Miss:
Coach O: “I didn’t do well (at Ole Miss). I was mad at myself."
— Ron Higgins (@RonHigg) October 17, 2016
https://twitter.com/MicklesAdvocate/status/788073450409693184
On eliminating penalties:
Coach O: “We need to fix the mechanics of substitutions. Those are foolish penalties we need to eliminate.
— Ron Higgins (@RonHigg) October 17, 2016
On Ole Miss DL Marquis Haynes:
#LSU coach Ed Orgeron: Marquis Haynes is one of the best in the SEC at rushing the passer.
— JimKleinpeter (@JimKleinpeter) October 17, 2016
On running the ball vs. Ole Miss:
O says Ole Miss' rush defense isn't "as stout" as it has been in the past but expects them to play well in this rivalry game.#LSU
— Ross Dellenger (@RossDellenger) October 17, 2016
On involving more players in the passing game:
Ed Orgeron: "We want to use out tight ends more in the passing game." #LSU
— TigerDroppings (@TigerDroppings) October 17, 2016
On LSU’s tough remaining schedule:
Coach O asked about finishing season with 5 ranked teams:
"I've got my blinders on. I'd be wrong not to look at day ahead." #LSU— Scott Rabalais (@RabalaisAdv) October 17, 2016
On DL Travonte Valentine’s absence vs. Southern Miss:
Ed Orgeron said Travonte Valentine had a bad week of practice leading up to Southern Miss. Orgeron sent a message by not playing him. #LSU
— Shea Dixon (@Sheadixon) October 17, 2016
On Ole Miss QB Chad Kelly:
#LSU coach Ed Orgeron: Chad Kelly is tougher and a little faster than you think he is. Hard to tackle.
— JimKleinpeter (@JimKleinpeter) October 17, 2016
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
