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Blake Baker’s Departure Brings Opportunity for the ‘Canes

Filling the shoes of Manny Diaz on the defensive end is a challenging ask for any up-and-coming coordinator or position coach. That sentiment was especially true for former-defensive coordinator Blake Baker, who accepted the role of linebackers coach at LSU, announced on Thursday night.

Hold That Tiger

Blake Baker is Callin’ Baton Rouge and will serve as the Tigers’ linebackers coach. pic.twitter.com/sEJ32fvGG0— LSU Football (@LSUfootball) January 29, 2021

In 2019, a bevy of issues came to light for first-time head coach Manny Diaz.