SEC Fights LSU Dismissal Bid in Institutional Control Lawsuit
#SEC #LSUThe SEC opposes LSU's motion to dismiss its lawsuit, citing ongoing institutional control concerns and defiance of professionalism rules. LSU's basketball program continues recruiting players with questionable eligibility despite SEC objections, while the conference reserves rights to seek further relief. read more
LSUs RJ Luis Jr. Sidelined Amid Eligibility Concerns
#LSU #CollegeBasketballRJ Luis Jr., the 2025 Big East player of the year, is absent from LSU's roster amid eligibility concerns despite a court injunction. Coach Will Wade says the team will follow SEC protocols while navigating ongoing roster uncertainty. read more
SEC Fumes as LSU Moves to Dismiss Federal Lawsuit
#SEC #LSUThe SEC expressed deep disappointment as LSU and Louisiana's attorney general moved to dismiss the conference's federal lawsuit amid ongoing negotiations, arguing sovereign immunity and no jurisdiction, while the SEC insists concerns over LSU's commitment to conference rules remain unresolved. read more
Will Wade Defends Unconventional LSU Roster Amid Eligibility Risks
#LSU #CollegeBasketballLSU coach Will Wade defends signing players with eligibility concerns, calling his roster-building approach unconventional but necessary. He compares it to Uber and Airbnb, vowing to own any failure while chasing championships in Baton Rouge. read more
Ole Miss Stuns Kiffin, LSU in 32-24 Revenge Win
#OleMiss #LSUOle Miss defeated LSU 32-24 as Lane Kiffin returned to Oxford. Trinidad Chambliss's touchdown run and Jaylon Braxton's end-zone interception sealed the win after LSU erased a 17-point deficit. Morgan Freeman appeared on College GameDay. read more
LSU backs down as Kiffin used ChatGPT legal advice
#LSU #SECLSU coach Lane Kiffin sought ChatGPT legal advice during an unprecedented battle with the SEC over rostering former NFL players. The SEC threatened severe penalties and expulsion. LSU eventually backed down before Kiffin's highly anticipated return to Ole Miss Saturday. read more
SEC Declines to Punish LSU After High-Stakes Expulsion Meeting
#LSU #SECSEC presidents met Thursday but imposed no sanctions on LSU. The conference said discussions continue toward resolution. LSU complied with rules by not rostering former NFL players, making the expulsion threat moot amid ongoing federal litigation. read more
LSU Eases SEC Expulsion Threat With Compliance Letter
#LSU #SECLSU president Wade Rousse assured the SEC the Tigers complied with rules, locking their roster without former NFL players, deescalating expulsion threats. Thursday's meeting remains scheduled, with LSU pledging not to disrupt proceedings. read more
LSU-SEC feud cools, but control questions linger
#SEC #LSULSU avoided SEC expulsion by finalizing its roster, cooling tensions after disputes over pro-player rules. However, league officials worry Governor Jeff Landry controls the program, undermining school leadership. Conflict may resurface as political posturing continues, leaving SEC relations fragile. read more
Judge Clears Ex-Ole Miss Players for LSU, SEC Fights Back
#LSU #CollegeFootballJudge grants LSU players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris clearance to return from the NFL, sparking an SEC showdown. Injunction blocks penalties, but the SEC appeals, citing governance and fair competition rules. read more
Kiffin Adds NFL Castoffs Amid SEC Legal Battle
#LSU #CollegeFootballLSU coach Lane Kiffin says his players support adding former NFL players, citing their desire to win despite SEC opposition. He awaits Thursday's court ruling while Texas' Steve Sarkisian opposes the practice, calling it morally wrong to displace current roster members. read more
Daniels Demands LSU Stop Using His No. 5 Jersey
#LSU #JaydenDanielsJayden Daniels' attorney sent LSU a cease-and-desist after cornerback DJ Pickett was given his No. 5 jersey, citing NIL violations. Daniels feels disrespected, noting Joe Burrow's No. 9 remains unused. LSU hasn't responded. read more
LSU commit Hudson aims for dual-sport stardom
#DualSportAthlete #LSUAhmad Hudson, a top-25 dual-sport recruit, commits to LSU for football and basketball, defying norms. He believes both sports enhance his skills, aiming to set a trend and achieve All-SEC freshman honors in both. read more
NC State explores legal action against LSU over Wade
#NCState #LSUNC State is investigating potential legal claims against LSU over Will Wade's departure, alleging LSU violated state law by inducing Wade to breach his contract for lower buyout damages. The school rejects LSU's release request. read more
Ed Orgeron returns to LSU on Kiffin’s staff
#LSU #EdOrgeronLSU hired Ed Orgeron as special assistant for recruiting and defense, reuniting him with coach Lane Kiffin. The former LSU head coach and 2019 national champion will recruit for the Tigers under new NCAA rules, leveraging deep ties to the program. read more
Big East Player of Year RJ Luis commits to LSU
#LSU #NCAAEligibilityFormer St. John's star RJ Luis, the 2025 Big East Player of the Year, committed to LSU despite likely eligibility issues after signing NBA contracts. He faced a waiver from the Celtics and G League, mirroring Charles Bediako's NCAA lawsuit path. read more
Kiffin says LSU diversity gives recruiting edge
#LSU #OleMissLane Kiffin said recruits cited diversity as a reason for choosing LSU over Ole Miss, noting Baton Rouge's demographics. He clarified his remarks were factual, not disrespectful. Kiffin left Ole Miss for LSU after an 11-1 season. read more
LSU lands No. 1 tight end Ahmad Hudson
#LSU #RecruitingLSU secured a commitment from 2027's No. 1 tight end Ahmad Hudson, a four-star recruit from Louisiana. The 6-foot-6, 225-pound prospect chose the Tigers over Nebraska, boosting Kiffin's in-state recruiting momentum with the highest-ranked pledge in LSU's 2027 class. read more
LSUs Arrambide Hits Historic Four-Homer Game
#CollegeBaseball #LSULSU's Cade Arrambide made history with four home runs, including a 12th-inning grand slam, to help the Tigers re-enter the top 25. UCLA remains No. 1, while Alabama and UCF made significant ranking jumps in a week of dramatic college baseball action. read more
LSU to Re-Hire Will Wade in Costly Coaching Shake-Up
#CollegeBasketball #LSULSU is clumsily finalizing a deal to rehire former coach Will Wade from NC State, despite not yet firing current coach Matt McMahon. This awkward pursuit involves political connections and will add to LSU's substantial recent buyout costs. read more
LSU Women's Basketball Advances to Elite Eight Led by Morrow
#LSU #EliteEightLSU's Aneesah Morrow leads the team, scoring 30 points and grabbing 19 rebounds, securing their third consecutive Elite Eight spot. She motivates teammates after Flau'Jae Johnson's injury, propelling LSU to victory. Morrow now gears up for the Regional final. read more
LSU Student Arrested for Threatening Governor Over Live Tiger Event
#LSU #CrimeNewsLSU student Jackson Pemberton, 21, was arrested for threatening to kill Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry over the endorsement of bringing a live tiger to a football game. Pemberton claimed the post was a joke but was charged with threatening a public official. read more
Criticism for Tiger Stadium's Live Bengal Tiger Appearance in LSU Game
#LSU #AnimalRightsLouisiana's governor, Jeff Landry, faced criticism for importing a Bengal tiger named Omar Bradley from Florida for a football game at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, deviating from LSU's tradition with live mascots. Animal activists voiced outrage over the move. read more
#LSU #NationalAnthem
LSU coach defends team after players miss national anthem at NCAA Tournament, stating they were in pregame preparations when it played. The Louisiana governor threatens to revoke scholarships for athletes not present for the anthem, sparking controversy. Controversy read more