Jake Olsen Turns Down the NFL?! LSU Made a MAJOR Move to Keep Him
Jake Olsen Turns Down the NFL?! LSU Made a MAJOR Move to Keep Him  
Podcast: Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball
Published On: Wed Feb 18 2026
Description: LSU keeps a key piece in place.Jake Olsen has decided to remain at LSU after being offered a position with the Washington Commanders — and we’ve got the full breakdown. In our exclusive conversation, LSU AD Verge Ausberry confirms the offer was real and explains what LSU did behind the scenes to retain Olsen on Lane Kiffin’s staff.Why did Olsen pass on the NFL? What does this mean for LSU’s defensive continuity in 2026? And how significant is this win for Kiffin as he builds momentum in Baton Rouge?We also discuss:The staggering 44,000-person season ticket waiting list and the very real “Kiffin Effect”The surge in donor and corporate support around LSU FootballWhen Ausberry expects to make a decision on Matt McMahon’s futureFrom staff retention to program momentum, LSU is flexing right now — and the buzz is undeniable.Subscribe, rate, and review for more daily LSU coverage.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYHave your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. MazdaLike our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count.There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuelUse your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals.Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.