NCAA Football Report: Tom Herman Close To Accepting LSU Job Published November 24, 2016 According to multiple reports, LSU and Houston coach Tom Herman are nearing a deal. BREAKING: Tom Herman and LSU could have a deal in place as soon as Saturday. https://t.co/utcZgoquMZ — SEC Network (@SECNetwork) November 25, 2016 Herman, 41, has led the Cougars to a 22-3 record over two seasons, including a Peach Bowl victory over Florida State. In this article: Recent Posts OSU Loses Out On Top In-State Recruit To ACC Program Positive Rumblings In Michigan’s Pursuit Of A Five-Star QB Michigan Predicted To Land Elite ’26 TE Recruit Michigan QB Announces Transfer Destination Surprising B1G Program Looks Primed To Land No. 3 Overall ’26 Recruit