Deuce Geralds: LSU’s Incoming DL Sensation
Collins Hill (Ga.) four-star defensive lineman Deuce Geralds signed early with LSU in January after ranking as the No. 3 defensive tackle in the 2026 cycle. The 6-foot-1, 268-pounder joins a historic Tiger defensive front headlined by top-ranked prospects Lamar Brown, Richard Anderson and Trenton Henderson. He recorded 114 tackles, 30 TFLs and 13 sacks as a junior, plus 211 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on offense. Geralds says lining up beside such elite talent—and dreaming of “breaking some records in Death Valley”—sealed his decision ahead of spring camp. LSU hopes the four-star freshman can contribute immediately in the trenches under Lane Kiffin.
Let’s be real: hiring 18-year-olds as your future pass-rush superstars is LSU’s way of ensuring you can field a starting lineup that looks like an under-18 rugby team on steroids. If spring camp had popcorn, they’d sell out. Meanwhile, Geralds is just thrilled to play in front of packed Tiger Stadium crowds—because nothing says “college experience” like trying not to get pancaked by a 6-foot-5 tackle who acts like he’s training for a sumo tournament.
LSU’s Full-Court Press on Four-Star Safety Davion Jones
Charlotte (N.C.) four-star safety Davion Jones remains a top-10 state prospect with offers from LSU, Michigan, Ohio State, Florida State, Clemson and UNC. At 5-foot-10 and 170 pounds, Jones boasts 17 pass breakups and eight interceptions across 21 varsity games. He earned a bronze medal in the 100-meter dash at the state meet and demonstrates fluid zone coverage skills. Defensive coordinator Blake Baker and secondary coach Corey Raymond recently visited North Carolina to cement LSU’s recruiting pitch as Jones schedules official and unofficial visits. The Tigers aim to add the playmaking safety to Kiffin’s incoming talent pool.
Nothing says “we care” like flying half your defensive staff across the country to hand a high school junior a brochure and a cheeseburger. LSU’s recruiters clearly believe Davion Jones is the missing piece – because apparently recruiting a teenage cornerback is more complicated than launching a rocket. Next up: offering him a lifetime supply of tailgate gumbo and free parking passes.
DJ Pickett: Kiffin’s Defensive Cornerstone
ESPN has named cornerback DJ Pickett as LSU’s most important returning starter for the 2026 season. The 6-foot-5 freshman played in all 12 games in 2025, logging 30 tackles, two sacks, three interceptions and two pass breakups while allowing just 15 receptions over 262 coverage snaps. A former five-star recruit, Pickett’s presence boosts a secondary that ranked first in the SEC in pass efficiency. His retention—alongside key players like Trey’Dez Green, Whit Weeks and Harlem Berry—shows Kiffin’s new staff can win transfer-portal battles and keep elite talent in Baton Rouge.
Pickett must be feeling pretty lonely carrying an entire defense on his broad shoulders. After all, ESPN practically endorsed him as the only thing keeping LSU from turning into “Lane & Friends’ Retirement Home.” If Pickett somehow misses a tackle, Kiffin might just recruit a robot next. On the bright side, when you’re 6-foot-5, your Instagram photos look amazing—even if the rest of the defense vanishes into the portal.
Kiffin’s Portal Masterclass: Trio of Top-10 QBs
Lane Kiffin’s inaugural transfer class at LSU has been hailed as an all-time great haul after signing nine Top-100 portal entrants, including three top-10 quarterbacks. Arizona State’s Sam Leavitt (No. 1 QB), USC’s Husan Longstreet (No. 3) and Elon’s Landen Clark (No. 9) join Baton Rouge. Leavitt threw for 4,652 yards and 36 TDs (plus 816 rushing yards) over two seasons, Longstreet spiced up USC with both arm and legs, and Clark accumulated 2,321 passing yards and 11 rushing scores as a redshirt freshman. Expectations are sky-high for 2026 with this quarterback cachet.
LSU’s new motto: “Catch ’em, then pay them.” The Tigers clearly decided that if they couldn’t develop homegrown QBs, they’d just import ten of them and let chaos decide the starter—like drafting quarterbacks in Madden until one finally wins a Super Bowl. Meanwhile, Sam Leavitt’s family just updated their Thanksgiving invites: “Come for the turkey, stay for the quarterback controversy.”
Cade Arrambide’s Quick Return: Johnson’s Relief
After Tuesday’s loss to McNeese snapped LSU baseball’s 8-0 season start, coach Jay Johnson confirmed that sophomore catcher Cade Arrambide’s foot injury is not serious. Arrambide exited in the fifth inning at Alex Box Stadium, prompting midweek speculation. Johnson said, “He hurt his foot and said he couldn’t play anymore. I don’t know anything else other than that,” but later added, “I fully expect him to play this weekend” as the Tigers face Dartmouth in a four-game stretch.
When your star sophomore catcher quotes himself saying, “I can’t play,” you know LSU’s medical staff just found a new best friend in Google. Johnson’s “I don’t know anything else” comment is basically coach-speak for “We’ll throw him back in with bubble wrap.” Expect Arrambide to suit up—just don’t ask what he’s taped to his foot this time.
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