LSU Legend Issues Blunt Reality Check to Brian Kelly Ahead of 2025 Season originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The pressure is building in Baton Rouge as the LSU Tigers prepare to kick off a season that many fans believe should culminate in a College Football Playoff berth, at the very least.

Kelly finds himself at a pivotal crossroads in his tenure, needing to deliver on expectations or risk losing support from a demanding fanbase

Former LSU star Marcus Spears is the latest media member to warn of an uproar if Brian Kelly can’t guide the Tigers to the College Football Playoff this season. Kelly notched back-to-back 10-win seasons and won 9 games last season but LSU is still searching for a spot in the playoffs during his tenure.