Brian Kelly
Mentioned in 15 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Based on the podcast mentions, there appear to be two different people named Brian Kelly being discussed. The primary subject is the former LSU head football coach whose tenure ended in a mid-season firing in 2025; he was widely criticized for mismanaging NIL spending, failing to develop the roster despite significant resources, and struggling to connect with players, resulting in a $54M buyout that created ongoing financial burden for the athletic department. A secondary mention references a different Brian Kelly who founded The Points Guy media company, sold it to Bankrate for $28M, and now invests in startups—a profile unrelated to college football.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Cover 3 College Football · Apr 15, 2026
NFL Draft Check-In with Ryan Wilson: Burning Questions About Top Prospects, Favorite Sleepers & MORE
“Former coach praised Jeremiah Love as best player he ever coached; contributed to draft analysis”
Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Apr 13, 2026
Is Lane Kiffin REALLY the Villain? His Players Say Otherwise…
“Referenced as example of polarizing coach with both supporters and detractors despite tenure ending poorly”
Andy & Ari On3 · Mar 31, 2026
LSU’s next STAR? Jabari Mack’s INSANE one-handed catch at spring practice
“Previous LSU head coach whose tenure ended, replaced by Lane Kiffin”
Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Feb 28, 2026
LSU Mega Booster Gordon McKernan: “Is This Spending Sustainable?” + McMahon & Will Wade Bombshell
“Former LSU football coach whose $54M buyout created structural budget burden for athletics”
Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Feb 26, 2026
LSU Is the EVIL EMPIRE!’ — SEC Network Analyst Says Kiffin Is What LSU SHOULD Have Been!
“Former LSU coach whose four-year tenure underperformed despite talent; subject of $54M buyout with mitigation clause implications for athletic department”
Andy & Ari On3 · Feb 25, 2026
Will Washington and Jedd Fisch MAKE THE JUMP with QB Demond Williams returning? Is LSU the biggest spender? Florida State and Mike Norvell spring tour
“Former LSU coach fired after mismanaging NIL spending and roster development”
Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Feb 23, 2026
EXCLUSIVE: LSU Freshman Ryan Miret Reveals Why He Flipped From Ole Miss — Without Seeing LSU!
“Former LSU head coach who did not retain Tommy Moffitt; hired Jake Flint as strength coach”
The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football · Feb 3, 2026
Buy, Sell, Hold Revisited: SEC + Cooper Manning on Arch's First Year
“LSU head coach who was fired mid-season 2025 after struggling to relate to players despite major portal spending”
Ringer Tailgate · Jan 28, 2026
Silk Suits and Pure Spite: The Ringer Tailgate Haters Ball
“Former LSU head coach, winner of Bust of the Year award for failed 2024 season and mid-season firing”
Ringer Tailgate · Jan 22, 2026
The B1G’s Dominance, Ladies for Mendoza, and Duke Sues Mensah
“Former LSU coach whose reputation damaged after unsuccessful tenure, cautionary tale for Kiffin”
The Right Time with Bomani Jones · Jan 7, 2026
Steven Godfrey on Transfer Portal Problems, Lane Kiffin LSU-Ole Miss Madness, Nick Saban Concerns | 01.07
“Failed LSU tenure; lacked sincerity required for Louisiana culture; contrasted with Saban and Miles”
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Dec 29, 2025
668: Brian Kelly (The Points Guy) - Building a Media Empire, Crafting a Big Vision, Relentless Leaders, Hiring Well, Scaling Up, & How To Win at Travel
“Founder of The Points Guy; built media empire, sold to Bankrate for $28M, now invests in startups”
The Toast · Dec 11, 2025
Gym Toast Laundry with Snooki: Thursday, December 11th, 2025
“Points and rewards expert; Snooki mentioned being friends with him regarding travel rewards”
DOUBL3 COVERAGE PODCAST · Dec 6, 2025
Manti Te’o Sounds Off On Notre Dame’s Playoff Case, Lane Kiffin Going To LSU, and Jaxson Dart
“Former Notre Dame head coach whose leadership transition from coordinator to head coach is analyzed in LSU context”
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast · Oct 31, 2025
Ep 583 - Ice Cream Dream (feat. James McCann)
“Former Notre Dame football coach who left for LSU with $54 million contract”