A lot was made of LSU’s decision to use [autotag]Harold Perkins[/autotag] in a traditional linebacker role last week, rather than the free flowing player we saw last year.
Perkins pass rushing ability was limited and he wasn’t able to make plays near the line of scrimmage.
According to LSU linebacker [autotag]Omar Speights[/autotag], Perkins will play something closer to his 2022 role on Saturday night.
“I think this week we’ll put him more outside the box. Let him be him type stuff this week,” Speights said.
Speights added the move will open up more opportunities for [autotag]Greg Penn III[/autotag], who manned that inside linebacker spot for much of last year.
Omar Speights said LSU’s practice has been “great” this week with more focus and intensity.
And the LSU LB shared his expectations and excitement for Harold Perkins Jr. — back to playing more edge — and Maason Smith — back in action — this weekend.
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LSU’s defense came out flat in the second half last week, but Speights said the focus and intensity at practice this week has improved.
With SEC play beginning next week, it’s critical for LSU to use this week as a chance to get right.
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