Bruce Feldman Links Kenny Dillingham to LSU Job

So let’s zero in: Dillingham is the head coach at the Arizona State Sun Devils, and he’s doing more than just treading water. He’s an alum, he returned to rebuild the program, and in his second season turned big‑time: Big 12 Championship in 2024 and a jump from near oblivion to national relevance. That kind of rise doesn’t happen by accident. He’s branded himself as the kind of coach who builds something.

Now, yes, LSU is a marquee job. But here’s the truth: this is not Dillingham’s end goal. He came back to his alma mater, took on the challenge of resurrecting ASU, and, as reports say, Tempe is his dream gig. That means while his name floating around LSU gets clicks, realistically, it’s smoke, not fire.

From a Big 12‑focused standpoint, that matters. Arizona State is deep into its identity shift, new conference, new rivals, new standards. Dillingham’s staying power at ASU makes it less likely he bails out after a big season (and make no mistake: this is shaping up to be an important season). The league depends on stability‑builders like him, not turnover victims.

If LSU did push hard, sure, they might make a call. But for Dillingham to leave, the offer would have to be earth‑shaking enough to drive him away from his dream job. Right now, there’s zero indication that the scenario is imminent.

Long story short: keep an eye on Dillingham because he’s one of the rising coaches in the sport. But don’t get sucked into the notion that he’s actively shopping for another job. He’s building something in the Big 12, and if you follow the league, that’s the main story.