Tag: LSU State of the Program

LSU State of the Program: Secondary looks to build a foundation

Here’s what to expect from LSU’s secondary this year and moving forward.

Thinking about the lead-up to last season, I think I wrote more about LSU’s new-look secondary than anything else. [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] rebuilding the room from scratch was a major storyline.

A year later, I’m getting deja vu. LSU, once again, has taken to the portal to fill out the secondary.

Several of last year’s additions were on the older side, approaching the end of their eligibility or in the case of [autotag]Mekhi Garner[/autotag] and [autotag]Jay Ward[/autotag], ready to declare for the draft.

[autotag]Jarrick Bernard-Converse[/autotag], [autotag]Joe Foucha[/autotag] and [autotag]Colby Richardson[/autotag] are gone, too.

A few younger players choose to exit through the portal. [autotag]Raydarious Jones[/autotag], [autotag]Jaelyn Davis-Robinson[/autotag] and [autotag]Damarius McGhee[/autotag] will all be playing elsewhere.

There’s no cause for concern yet with some of the portal’s best corners set to wear purple and gold. Here’s what the group looks like in 2023 and beyond.

LSU State of the Program: Linebackers an intriguing group in 2023

Here’s how LSU’s linebacker room shakes out entering 2023.

Spring practice is underway at LSU.

The Tigers got a couple of sessions in before heading to spring break. When they return, the action will ramp up and eventually conclude with a final event in Tiger Stadium.

Throughout the spring, we’re taking a position-by-position look at the state of LSU’s program.

With just a couple of groups to go, we’re focusing on the linebackers today. This is one of the more intriguing spots on the roster given the star power of [autotag]Harold Perkins[/autotag]. However, there are some questions when it comes to depth.

Let’s jump right in, starting with the immediate future.

(Check out the previous posts in our State of the Program series on LSU’s quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, tight ends, offensive line and defensive line.)

LSU State of the Program: Maason Smith and Mekhi Wingo anchor defensive line

Two stars on the interior will hold down LSU’s DL in 2023.

LSU’s spring practice begins on Thursday.

It’s the first real public step on the march to the 2023 kickoff against Florida State. It’s Year 2 under coach [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag], and like last year, plenty of eyes are on Baton Rouge.

LSU’s expected to begin the year as a top 10 team and one of the reasons is a strong defensive line. We continue our state of the program series, looking at that defensive line that’s led by a couple of big names on the interior: [autotag]Mekhi Wingo[/autotag] and [autotag]Maason Smith[/autotag]. LSU’s also added several transfers with a couple of key blue-chip recruits.

Let’s jump right in.

(Check out our previous State of the Program overviews on the quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, tight ends and the offensive line.)

LSU State of the Program: Offensive line could make the jump from good to elite

LSU’s offensive line is filled with promise.

LSU’s offensive line took a leap forward in 2022. It was young, but the promise shown was one of the most exciting elements of Brian Kelly’s first year in Baton Rouge.

With spring practice approaching, those young guns up front are set to return with more experience. As the ramp-up to 2023 continues, we’re taking a look at the state of LSU football, position by position.

Already done are the skill guys: quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers and tight ends.

Now, we’re moving on to the offensive line. Let’s jump right in and examine what could be one of LSU’s best groups this fall.

LSU State of the Program: Tigers’ tight ends have a bright future

Here’s how LSU stacks up at tight end in 2023 and beyond.

With spring practice weeks away, its time to start thinking about the 2023 college football season.

Offseason workouts have already begun, but spring practice has traditionally been the first time when media and fans get a real preview of what the fall could look like.

Roster movement has died down and coaching staffs are being solidified. Now’s about the time when we can take an accurate look at the state of a program.

Position-by-position, we’re breaking down the state of LSU football as Brian Kelly prepares to begin his second spring practice at LSU.

We’ve already looked at the QBs, RBs, and WRs. Now, we move on to tight end, one of the youngest but more intriguing spots on LSU’s roster.

LSU State of the Program: Breaking down the wide receiver room

Here’s how LSU stacks up at receiver in 2023 and beyond.

We still have a long way to go before toe touches leather in September.

With signing day and most of the transfer action in the rearview mirror, this is usually one of the quieter times of the college football calendar. That will soon change with spring practice fast approaching at LSU.

[autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] is set to begin his second year in Baton Rouge after a 10-win season in Year 1. Leading up to spring practice, we’re taking a look at the state of the program.

Position by position, present and future.

Now, it’s the wide receivers. Here’s a breakdown of how LSU shapes up at pass catcher entering 2023 and beyond.

(Check out our previous position breakdowns where we look at quarterbacks and running backs.)

LSU State of the Program: Evaluating running back outlook in 2023 and beyond

The Tigers have quite a bit of depth in the backfield entering 2023.

With spring practice set to begin next month, it’s time to start looking at how LSU shapes up at each position group entering 2023. Earlier this week, we took a look at the quarterback room. Now, we move on to the running backs.

Roster construction isn’t just about this year though; coaches also have to build for the future. In these position previews, we’ll be looking at the outlook for each position group for the next several years.

Running back looks good for LSU right now. It’s one of the most experienced rooms on the team and just signed a couple of standout recruits.

Let’s jump right in.