LSU offensive lineman Coen Echols has entered the transfer portal, and his decision has ripple effects for the Tigers’ offensive line heading into the 2026 season. Echols started seven games this year as a redshirt freshman, making his departure a notable roster development.

We break down why Echols made the move, what it says about LSU’s offensive line depth and future outlook, and how the Tigers may address the position through the portal.

The episode also dives into two potential wide receiver targets LSU is evaluating and shares new insight into LSU’s quarterback plan, including reported contact involving representatives connected to DJ Lagway.

We wrap with a Tuesday practice recap and an updated schedule as LSU continues preparations for Saturday’s Texas Bowl.

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LSU has officially announced 11 new football staff hires, and the job titles reveal a major shift in how the program is structured heading into 2026.

We break down Chris Kiffin’s promotion to co-defensive coordinator and linebackers coach and what that means for Blake Baker’s role within the defense. This isn’t just a title change — it could signal a different defensive approach for the Tigers.

Sterling Lucas is now officially in Baton Rouge after arriving from South Carolina, which immediately raises an intriguing recruiting question: could five-star EDGE Dylan Stewart follow him to LSU? We discuss the recruiting ties and how LSU could benefit.

On offense, Kevin Smith’s appointment as running backs coach and associate head coach stands out. We explain why that title matters and what it says about LSU’s priorities in roster management and NIL spending.

We also react to Pete Golding’s comments following Ole Miss’ CFP win over Tulane, where he praised Charlie Weis Jr. That leads to a larger conversation: is Ole Miss’ offensive success driven more by Lane Kiffin or by Weis? And what does that mean for LSU moving forward?

Staff structure, recruiting implications, and power dynamics — it’s all on the table.

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Harlem Berry met with LSU’s new running backs coach Kevin Smith the day Smith arrived in Baton Rouge — a clear signal that Berry is seeking clarity about his future with the Tigers in 2026.

But that clarity may not come easily.

If Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy decides to enter the transfer portal and follow Lane Kiffin to LSU, it could significantly complicate LSU’s running back room, depth chart, and NIL allocation.

In this episode, we break down the significance of Berry’s meeting with Smith, Berry’s long-standing relationship with Frank Wilson as he heads to Ole Miss, and how Kiffin and GM Billy Glasscock may approach roster building and spending at running back. We also discuss whether LSU can realistically retain multiple high-level backs — and which direction the Tigers should prioritize.

This is more than one meeting — it’s a roster-building decision with ripple effects across LSU’s offense in 2026.

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