LSU could be bolstered by the return of a key receiver in its week four matchup with UCLA.
Head coach [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] updated the status of [autotag]Chris Hilton Jr.[/autotag] on Thursday, saying he was “probable” for Saturday. Entering his fourth year with LSU, Hilton was expected to be a starter before an ankle injury sidelined him the first three weeks of 2024.
It’s unclear if Hilton will be 100% when he’s out there, but if he’s ready to go, he adds a dynamic speed threat to LSU’s passing game. [autotag]Aaron Anderson[/autotag] has emerged in Hilton’s absence, catching 15 passes for 223 yards in three games.
Hilton’s return gives LSU a formidable top-four. [autotag]Kyren Lacy[/autotag], [autotag]CJ Daniels[/autotag], Anderson and a healthy Hilton form a top four that could hold its own against any secondary in the country.
Nussmeier looked comfortable with Hilton in the bowl win over Wisconsin, connecting three times for 56 yards. Per 247Sports, Hilton was the 5th ranked receiver in the 2021 recruiting class.
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There weren’t many targets to go around last year with [autotag]Malik Nabers[/autotag] and [autotag]Brian Thomas Jr.[/autotag] swallowing up most of the production. Now there’s a chance for Hilton to make a legit impact on this offense when he returns to the field.
Look for Hilton to help LSU take some shots down the field.
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