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Headline: LSU Tigers Tap Joe Cox as Co-Offensive Coordinator, Tight Ends Coach Following Kiffin’s Move

Baton Rouge, LA – The LSU Tigers have officially announced the hiring of Joe Cox as their co-offensive coordinator and tight ends coach, reuniting him with head coach Lane Kiffin after the latter’s recent move from Ole Miss. Cox, who held the same position with the Rebels since the 2024 season, is set to bring his offensive expertise to Baton Rouge following Kiffin’s controversial departure.

“We’re excited to welcome Joe to the LSU family,” Kiffin said in a statement released by the university. “He’s a bright offensive mind and has done a great job developing tight ends. His familiarity with our system will be a huge asset.”

Prior to his stint at Ole Miss, Cox served as the tight ends coach at Alabama from 2022-2023. His coaching journey also includes a year as tight ends coach at his hometown Charlotte in 2021, and previous roles at South Carolina and Colorado State. At Colorado State, Cox worked under then offensive coordinator Mike Bobo, who is now the offensive coordinator for the Georgia Bulldogs.

A former quarterback himself, Cox brings a unique perspective to the coaching staff. He played college football at Georgia from 2006-2009, during the Mark Richt era, culminating in a starting role during his senior season. In 2009, he threw for 2,584 yards and 24 touchdowns with 15 interceptions, leading the Bulldogs to an 8-5 record and an Independence Bowl victory over Texas A&M. The LSU Tigers are hoping that Cox’s experience and familiarity with Kiffin’s offensive schemes will translate to success on the field this coming season.

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