BREAKING NEWS: LSU football Legend Joe Burrow Returns as (CEO) In a monumental announcement, LSU Director JR Belton family has officially declared that Joe Burrow the legendary Quarterback and long-time face of the franchise, will return to the organization in 2025 as the Chief Executive Officer Vs..……. view More

BREAKING NEWS: LSU Football Legend Joe Burrow Returns as CEO

In a move no one saw coming—but everyone secretly hoped for—Joe Burrow, the legendary LSU quarterback and 2019 Heisman Trophy winner, is returning to his old stomping grounds. But this time, he’s not suiting up for another title run. Instead, Burrow will take the helm of the LSU football program in a whole new way—as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), marking an unprecedented leap from the huddle to the boardroom.

The announcement was made early this morning by LSU Athletics Director JR Belton, flanked by the Burrow family and members of the 2019 national championship squad. The press conference, held at Tiger Stadium, was filled with roaring applause, emotional nostalgia, and just a touch of confusion.

“We’ve brought Joe back not just because of what he did on the field, but because of the leader he’s always been,” Belton said. “This isn’t just a homecoming. It’s a revolution.”

From Franchise QB to Front Office Boss

Burrow, now 28, made his mark at LSU by leading the Tigers to an undefeated season in 2019, capped off by a national championship and one of the greatest statistical years in college football history. Since then, he’s been the face of the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL—but rumors of a pivot toward executive leadership had quietly swirled over the last few months.

“I’ve always loved LSU. It gave me everything,” Burrow said during the press event. “Now it’s time to give back—not with touchdowns, but with vision, innovation, and maybe a few NIL deals.”

CEO of What Exactly?

While details of his new responsibilities remain vague, LSU insiders suggest Burrow will be a hybrid executive—overseeing athletic strategy, community engagement, fundraising, and, of course, recruiting hype videos.

“We’re not really sure what a CEO does in a college football setting,” admitted one staffer. “But if it means Joe’s back, we’re all in.”

The Fanbase Reacts

LSU fans erupted on social media following the announcement.

“BURROW IS BACK?! I DON’T EVEN CARE WHAT IT MEANS. PUT HIM ON THE STADIUM WALL AGAIN,” one user posted on X (formerly Twitter).

“Joe Burrow as CEO? That man could run for Governor and win today,” said another.

A Glimpse of the Future?

Speculation has already begun about whether Burrow’s return signals a longer-term shift toward a coaching or even presidential role at the university. For now, though, his goal is simple: “Keep the culture strong, keep the players empowered, and make sure nobody forgets that 2019 season.”

And yes, Burrow confirmed he will still be wearing his signature sunglasses—“but with a tie.”