Les Miles studying film on dynamic offenses, says he has 10-12 years left in him

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Since being fired by LSU in late September, Miles has experienced a season of unexpected moments. He's filled his days by preparing himself for a return to the sideline next season, studying hours of film and attending more of his four kids' sporting events. With time for reflection and self-evaluation, Miles has honed in on an explicit goal for next season. He wants to be a head coach again at a place where he can win conference and national championships. "I want you to know something," said Miles, who turns 63 next week. "I have 10 or 12 years left in me. There's plenty of energy in this body. I'm not a guy who lends himself to excesses, and I have great health. Let's go find us a place where the school wants to invest and win. And I say, 'Let's go!'"

Miles spends his days in a condo that doubles as a makeshift office three blocks from his old office on campus. He's been studying film, including the dynamic offenses of Baylor, Tulsa and Western Michigan. He's focused on evaluating young coaches and coordinators to help put together his next staff. And Miles will be heading to a handful of NFL facilities the next few weeks to continue gathering strategy and ideas.

The energy from Miles surged through the phone in a lengthy interview Monday night. He said he's open to evolving on offense, would focus even more on quarterback development in his next stop and stressed that he's been thrilled that LSU has won three consecutive games since his dismissal. "I've watched every snap on TV," Miles said. "Rooting like hell.

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