Brian Kelly Sues LSU Over Alleged Changes in Termination Agreement Worth $54M
Brian Kelly sues LSU over $54M buyout, claiming the school is trying to avoid its termination settlement by altering the story behind his departure. The coach's representatives allegedly told him the university had not officially terminated his contract.
Former LSU football coach Brian Kelly has filed a lawsuit against the university, claiming he is entitled to a $54 million buyout after allegedly being told that his termination story had been changed in an attempt to avoid paying him the agreed-upon amount. According to reports, Kelly's representatives claim the school attempted to rephrase the circumstances of his departure in order to reduce or eliminate the buyout. The lawsuit seeks to enforce Kelly's original contract terms and secure the full $54 million payment. Kelly is seeking damages for what he claims is a breach of contract by the university.
