Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball

Washington quarterback Demond Williams wants into the transfer portal — and LSU wants him — but Washington is attempting to block his exit. So what happens next?In this episode, we break down the latest in the Demond Williams standoff, including why Williams is still expected to take a visit to LSU despite Washington’s resistance, how Miami has emerged as a serious contender, and what LSU’s backup plan looks like if Williams ultimately doesn’t end up in Baton Rouge.We also examine the Trinidad Chambliss eligibility saga, as his attorney has now filed a third waiv...

Ole Miss carries SEC football’s hopes into the final showdown against Miami, sparking debate about conference pride and Lane Kiffin’s polarizing legacy. Can Trinidad Chambliss deliver another electrifying performance and put the Rebels—and the SEC—back on top while the Big Ten threatens a historic championship streak? The panel weighs playoff implications, conference narratives, and whether this Cinderella run signals hope for programs like Missouri and Auburn. The crew uncovers major transfer portal moves, from Auburn’s bold Byron Brown pickup to Missouri’s intriguing quarterback prospect Austin Simmons. Key discussions spotlight returnees lik...

LSU pivoted to Washington QB Demond Williams in one of the wildest portal twists we’ve ever seen. Just days after telling the Huskies he would stay—and signing a revenue-share contract—Williams entered the transfer portal. Now Washington is exploring legal action to keep him from transferring to Baton Rouge, but established precedent suggests schools cannot block a player from leaving or from competing elsewhere. So has LSU finally found its quarterback for 2026?We break down exactly what Williams’s Washington contract does and doesn’t mean, why the law favors player mobility, and how quickly Lane Kiffi...

LSU is rolling out the red carpet for Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt, but Lane Kiffin just got another transfer portal plot twist. Washington QB Demond Williams reversed course—AGAIN. After announcing he’d stay in Seattle, Williams entered the portal, a player Kiffin and Charlie Weis, Jr. have now recruited twice in two different stops. That history matters, and it raises the obvious question: is LSU’s fallback plan already in place if Leavitt goes a different direction?We’ve got a full Day 2 update on Leavitt’s visit to Baton Rouge, including Kiffin bringing Leavitt to the LSU...

Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt completed his recruiting visit, and the timing may be critical. One of his top competitors, Kentucky, has now taken a quarterback commitment — does that clear the path for LSU to land the No. 1 quarterback in the transfer portal?We break down what we know from Leavitt’s visit, how Kentucky’s decision reshapes the quarterback market, and whether LSU is now in the driver’s seat or still waiting on another domino to fall.Plus, a full LSU transfer portal update:Three offensive additions and what they bring to the r...

LSU offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. shuts down rumors linking him to the New York Giants, confirming he’ll be in Baton Rouge — and we break down why the story never added up in the first place.We explain where the rumors likely originated and why the timing suggests an Ole Miss-driven effort to create noise as LSU works through its quarterback search in the transfer portal.On the QB front, Trinidad Chambliss has agreed to return to Ole Miss, but LSU had already moved on. We explain why the Tigers pivoted, what that decision says...

LSU’s transfer portal plan hits another major inflection point.Top portal quarterback Brendan Sorsby has committed to Texas Tech, passing on LSU. We break down how the Red Raiders won the QB battle, why LSU came up short, and what it means for the Tigers’ portal strategy moving forward.Arizona State transfer Sam Leavitt is set to visit Baton Rouge this week, and we discuss whether he’s a realistic option—plus who else could still be on LSU’s quarterback board.We also have an update on Trinidad Chambliss’ waiver appeal as he seeks...

The LSU–Ole Miss coaching saga took another bizarre turn Saturday, and it’s starting to feel unsustainable for everyone involved. Offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. was the lone LSU assistant to return to Oxford while the Rebels prepare for their CFP run—but just hours later, he was back in Baton Rouge hosting top portal quarterback Brendan Sorsby on a crucial recruiting visit.We’ve got inside information on the plan moving forward: which assistants will continue pulling double duty, which coaches are expected to remain at LSU, and how Ole Miss is handling the growing tension...

The College Football Playoff run at Ole Miss is colliding head-on with the opening of the transfer portal — and LSU is right in the middle of it.Six LSU assistants have been working double duty, coaching Ole Miss through its CFP run while officially preparing to join Lane Kiffin in Baton Rouge. Now, with the Rebels advancing to the semifinals and the portal officially open, both programs are getting uneasy. LSU needs its coaches back in Baton Rouge to recruit and stabilize the 2026 roster, while Ole Miss is growing increasingly concerned about tampering and divided loyalties....

The transfer portal is officially open and LSU already has significant roster movement to break down.The Tigers scored a massive early win by retaining Whit Weeks and DJ Pickett, two players Lane Kiffin and his staff prioritized keeping in Baton Rouge. We explain why those retention decisions were critical to LSU’s 2026 outlook.We also discuss the departure of wide receiver Kyle Parker, why he’s entering the portal, and how his exit connects to LSU targeting two Ole Miss wide receivers who could follow Kiffin to LSU.Plus, we’ve got an imp...

LSU will be in the quarterback market when the transfer portal opens—but who is Lane Kiffin actually targeting?We break down the six quarterbacks LSU is monitoring, including four familiar names and two longshots that could quietly find their way to Baton Rouge for the 2026 season. Some are already being discussed nationally, while others are under-the-radar options that fit what Kiffin wants offensively.We also discuss the latest on Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, including the status of his eligibility and why LSU has a significant offer ready if he’s granted a sixth year...

LSU safety Dashawn Spears briefly sent shockwaves through Tiger Nation when he announced he was entering the transfer portal—only to reverse course a short time later. We’ve confirmed Spears is returning for his junior season and is expected to start at free safety, replacing AJ Haulcy in LSU’s secondary.So what happened behind the scenes? Why did Spears enter the portal, and what ultimately led to him staying in Baton Rouge? We break down the full timeline and how his return stabilizes LSU’s safety room heading into 2026.With the transfer portal set to o...

LSU scored a major win before Lane Kiffin has even coached a game.Running back Harlem Berry has agreed to return to LSU for his sophomore season, and we break down why Berry chose to stay in Baton Rouge instead of entering the transfer portal. With NIL negotiations, staff turnover, and roster uncertainty swirling, this was a critical early victory for Kiffin and general manager Billy Glasscock.We explain what went into Berry’s decision, how LSU handled the process behind the scenes, and what his return means for the Tigers’ offense moving forward. Plus, we i...

Ole Miss is accusing Lane Kiffin of tampering—and while they might technically be right, that’s not the real story.In today’s college football landscape, tampering isn’t an exception—it’s the norm. LSU isn’t doing anything that dozens of other programs aren’t also doing behind the scenes, and the NCAA has shown time and time again that it has no real power to enforce the rules.So why is Ole Miss pushing this now?Because Lane Kiffin left—and this is about embarrassment, not enforcement.We break down why...

LSU continues to strengthen its off-field operation, and this latest move could have major implications for the transfer portal.The Tigers are adding Austin Shelton from NC State to the player personnel department, reuniting him with LSU General Manager Billy Glasscock after previous stops together at Texas and NC State. Shelton is widely respected as an evaluator, and his arrival is another signal that LSU is investing heavily in roster management under Lane Kiffin.But could this hire be connected to something bigger?We discuss the growing rumors around NC State quarterback CJ...

For the first time since LSU hired Lane Kiffin, Athletic Director Verge Ausberry and Board of Supervisors Chairman Scott Ballard pull back the curtain on how the decision was made.Ballard speaks publicly for the first time since the hire, offering insight into the board’s role, the timeline, and what ultimately pushed Kiffin to the top of LSU’s list. Ausberry details what separated Kiffin from other candidates, how leadership evaluated fit in today’s college football landscape, and what LSU expects from its athletic department in 2026 and beyond.This episode delivers rare, behind-the-scenes access...

The internet erupted after Lane Kiffin left the Texas Bowl early — but the outrage is wildly overblown.In this episode, we provide the context and receipts, detailing how multiple head coaches have made the exact same post-bowl decision without facing any backlash. If critics want to go after Lane Kiffin, that’s their prerogative — but this isn’t the hill to die on.Once the noise is stripped away, the focus shifts to what actually matters: LSU football.We break down Pro Football Focus grades from LSU’s 38-35 loss to Houston, including a huge per...

LSU’s offensive line has officially hit the reset button.With Paul Mubenga and Ory Williams entering the transfer portal, LSU now has six offensive linemen leaving this cycle — and fans are understandably asking questions.Is this a red flag for Lane Kiffin?Do players dislike the new offensive line coach?Is LSU running into NIL or budget issues?In this episode, we cut through the noise and explain why this is not a crisis, but a calculated rebuild. We break down how Lane Kiffin and LSU GM Billy Glasscock are eval...

LSU’s offense finally showed up — and it still wasn’t enough.The Tigers scored 35 points in a 38–35 loss to Houston in the Texas Bowl, turning in their best offensive performance of the season while a defense missing six starters struggled to get stops when it mattered most.In this episode, we break down how LSU moved the ball so effectively, why the defensive issues were almost unavoidable given the personnel absences, and the key sequences that ultimately decided the game.We also dive into the biggest takeaways from the loss, including:How Ha...

LSU starting left tackle Tyree Adams has entered the transfer portal, becoming the fourth offensive lineman to leave this cycle. While that number may raise eyebrows, this move fits squarely within the plan LSU’s new leadership had coming in.In this episode, we explain why Lane Kiffin and general manager Billy Glasscock expected heavy offensive line turnover and how LSU is intentionally rebuilding the unit through the transfer portal. We break down how many linemen LSU is targeting, which positions are priorities, and why experience and flexibility now outweigh continuity in modern college football.Is...