Report: LSU Defensive Coordinator Dave Aranda, UNLV in "Serious" Negotiations on Head Coaching Job

Aranda deal could take place with next 24 hours

While LSU is preparing for a national championship run later this month, the Tigers might be needing to search for a new defensive coordinator as well.

Bruce Feldman of the Athletic reported that LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda and UNLV are in "serious" negotiations about the Rebels head coaching vacancy. Feldman reported Tuesday night a deal could be in place within the next 24 hours.

SOURCES: #LSU DC Dave Aranda has emerged as the focus of the #UNLV head coaching search and a deal could be sorted out as early as within the next 24 hours.

— Bruce Feldman (@BruceFeldmanCFB) December 10, 2019

National Sports Illustrated writer Ross Dellenger also reported that Aranda and UNLV were in talks on a contract and that the Rebel administration is promising "significant financial support for Aranda's potential staff."

Some news here in New York, per sources: #LSU’s Dave Aranda, mentioned already at Colorado State, is also in the mix at #UNLV. He’s the highest-paid assistant in the country and wants to be a head coach.

School has spoken to #Oregon OC Marcus Arroyo and Matt Canada.

— Ross Dellenger (@RossDellenger) December 10, 2019

Aranda is currently the highest paid assistant coach in college football, earning $2.5 million annually. It is unclear if Aranda takes a head coaching position with UNLV, what that will mean for the rest of the season as the Tigers chase a national championship. 

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