Ed Orgeron has returned to the coaching profession as an assistant on Lane Kiffin’s first staff at LSU. LSU announced Wednesday night that Orgeron will serve as the Tigers’ special assistant to recruiting and defense.

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin explained how he's keeping his players accountable to show up for team activities this year.

Lane Kiffin is making one thing clear at LSU: if players are getting paid, they must also act like professionals. With a roster worth more than $42 million, he says there is no room for laziness or excuses.

Athletes who want to play football for Lane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers must realize that they're essentially a pro.