LSU Football

LSU has been known in recent years for its penchant to produce superstar NFL wide receivers, with Justin Jefferson, Ja'Marr Chase, Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. all wrecking havoc in the league.

The Tigers have also sent two dominant, Heisman Trophy-winning quarterbacks to the NFL in Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels.

This year tells a different story, as LSU's top draft prospect is one of the better offensive line prospects in recent memory in Will Campbell.

The B/R NFL Scouting Department lists Campbell as the top-ranked offensive lineman in this year's class and seventh overall among all prospects.

Campbell was a consensus All-American and also a co-winner of the SEC Jacobs Blocking Trophy, alongside Texas left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. He started for three seasons and captained the Tigers for two.

Per B/R NFL Scout Brandon Thorn, Campbell projects to move to guard in the pros, but he has full confidence in his ability to do so.

"Overall, Campbell is a prime candidate to move inside as a pro. He has the makeup, movement skills, play strength, and competitive toughness to make a smooth transition to guard or center and be an impact starter with Pro Bowl potential during his rookie contract."

The 6'5", 315-pound prospect is a seasoned left tackle, making 42 starts there at Texas. He was an Associated Press first-team All-Big 12 member in 2023 before delivering again in 2024, earning consensus All-American honors while winning the Outland Trophy and Lombardi Award too.

The Tigers will send other good prospects to the NFL, though. Tight end Mason Taylor, the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, is heading to the league. He's ranked as the fourth tight end in this year's class, a loaded one at the position.

Zy Alexander, a 6'1", 187-pound cornerback, offers intrigue at the next level due to his size. He missed part of last season with a lower-leg injury but bounced back in 2024, making 10 starts.

And then there's Miles Frazier, a four-year starter at offensive line who made 49 career starts (28 at right guard, 11 at left tackle, nine at left guard and one at right tackle). That versatility could certainly bode him well at the next level.

And with that, here's a look at where the LSU Tigers landed in the 2025 draft.

LSU Prospect List

IOL Will Campbell: Round 1, Pick 4 (No. 4 Overall): New England Patriots

TE Mason Taylor: Round 2, Pick 10 (No. 42 Overall): New York Jets

CB Zy Alexander: UDFA

IOL Miles Frazier: Round 5, Pick 33 (No. 171 Overall): Detroit Lions (After Trade With New England Patriots)

EDGE Bradyn Swinson: Round 5, Pick 8 (No. 146 overall): New England Patriots (After Trade With Carolina Panthers)

IOL Emery Jones Jr.: Round 3, Pick 27 (No. 91 Overall): Baltimore Ravens

DL Sai'vion Jones: Round 3, Pick 37 (No. 101 Overall): Denver Broncos (After Trade With Philadelphia Eagles)

IOL: Garrett Dellinger: Round 7, Pick 27 (No. 243 Overall): Baltimore Ravens

Former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy died at the age of 24.

"The LSU Football family mourns the loss of Kyren Lacy," the team said on social media:

The LSU Football family mourns the loss of Kyren Lacy pic.twitter.com/Me2GBZ6Ao8

— LSU Football (@LSUfootball) April 13, 2025

"We're saddened to learn of the tragic passing of former LSU Football student-athlete Kyren Lacy," the school said in a statement to ESPN's Pete Thamel. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones, as well as his former teammates and coaches impacted by his passing."

ESPN's Chris Low and Adam Schefter reported an LSU official confirmed Lacy was found dead in Houston on Saturday. Jacques Doucet of WAFB-TV in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, confirmed the 24-year-old's death with a family member.

Former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy, who was found dead Saturday night in Houston, died in an apparent suicide in his car while being pursued by authorities, per a Harrison County sheriff’s report released Sunday.https://t.co/GaXeiyKzv1

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 14, 2025

Lacy started his collegiate career with the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns and then transferred to join the Tigers following the 2021 season. He played for LSU in each of the last three seasons.

Low and Schefter noted that Lacy turned himself in to authorities on Jan. 12 regarding a fatal hit-and-run crash that happened on Dec. 17.

According to records from the Lafourche (Louisiana) Parish Sheriff's Office, he was charged with negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run with death and reckless operation of a vehicle.

"Lacy was accused of causing a crash that killed a 78-year-old man on Dec. 17 and then fleeing the scene without rendering aid or calling authorities," Low and Schefter noted.

He was jailed after he turned himself in, although he was released on a $151,000 bail.

Lacy's agent, Rocky Arceneaux, said in a previous statement that Lacy was "fully cooperating with the authorities."

Doucet noted a grand jury was scheduled to begin hearing evidence in Lacy's case starting Monday.

The wide receiver participated in LSU's pro day in March and was an NFL draft hopeful after he finished his final season with the Tigers with 58 catches for 866 yards and nine touchdowns.

Tristen Keys, the top-ranked wide receiver for the high school class of 2026, has chosen to play college football for LSU, per Hayes Fawcett of On3.

BREAKING: Five-Star WR Tristen Keys has Committed to LSU, he tells me for @on3recruits

The No. 1 WR in the ‘26 Class chose the Tigers over Tennessee, Alabama, & Texas A&M

“Once A Tiger, Always A Tiger #WRTS”https://t.co/r9n15cVAMP pic.twitter.com/HhGoLRPYLA

— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) March 19, 2025

🚨BREAKING🚨 5-star, No. 1 WR Tristen Keys has committed to LSU, per @Hayesfawcett3🐯

Keys' commitment gives the Tigers the No. 1 class in the 2026 On3 Industry Team Recruiting Rankings‼️

Read: https://t.co/Q2MT844cy1 pic.twitter.com/GHPiofUJg7

— On3 Recruits (@On3Recruits) March 19, 2025

Keys is also ranked fifth overall among all class of 2026 prospects, per 247Sports' Composite list.

With the Keys commitment, LSU adds to an already loaded class of 2026.

LSU now holds the No. 1 spot in the updated On3 Industry Team Recruiting Rankings after landing No. 1 WR Tristen Keys🐯

Read: https://t.co/ybvlwf6IMW pic.twitter.com/EXdFEQPqgR

— On3 Recruits (@On3Recruits) March 19, 2025

The Tigers have done a tremendous job recruiting in-state. Per On3, the class of 2026 also has five 4-star players in defensive lineman Richard Anderson, safety Aiden Hall, offensive lineman Brysten Martinez and wide receivers Kenny Darby and Jakai Anderson. All of them are from Louisiana, along with 3-star offensive lineman Jalan Chapman.

Keys, who measures at 6'2.5" and 185 pounds, plays high school ball for Hattiesburg High School in Mississippi. He had 58 catches for 1,275 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns, per Michael Chavez of the Clarion Ledger. He helped lead his school to a MHSAA Class 6A title game appearance as well.

LSU has produced superstar talent at wideout over the years, including Ja'Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson and Brian Thomas Jr. Keys could very well add his name to that list down the line, but for now, he has one year of high school ball left before making his way to Baton Rouge.

HEIGHT: 6'4"

WEIGHT: 250

HAND: 10"

ARM: 32⅞"

WINGSPAN: 78¾"

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POSITIVES

— Chain-moving receiving option, converted 68 percent of his receptions for 1st downs.

— Fluid and smooth-moving route runner and separator.

— Outstandingly reliable hands, only one drop in 2024.

— Grass-finder against zone coverage; exploits weaknesses in defense.

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NEGATIVES

— High-pad level and exposed chest limit effectiveness as a run blocker.

— Can improve his play strength at the point of attack.

— Never utilized as a high-priority receiving option for LSU's offense.

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NOTES

— Son of Hall of Fame DE Jason Taylor

— 3-Star recruit in 2022 class, per 247Sports

— 2024: Third-Team All-SEC

— 2022: Freshman All-SEC

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OVERALL

Mason Taylor has a combination of NFL pedigree, fluidity, and football IQ to succeed on Sundays.

Taylor is a fluid mover and route runner. He wastes little movement, changing directions and breaking away from his defender. His route tempo has a veteran, savvy feel. Based on the route concept, Taylor doesn't foreshadow where he is designed to go. Instead, he uses club and swipe maneuvers to knock down the defender's hands to avoid being rerouted mid-stem.

Taylor is a grass-finder against coverages. He has a good feel for the game and space and works through traffic to reach his landmarks on time for his quarterback. He does a good job in the shallow areas of the field off-play, where he can quickly catch the ball in the flats and turn upfield as a runner. Taylor has outstanding hands, which pair well with his ability to track the ball in flight. He makes difficult catches look routine.

Run blocking is an area of improvement for Taylor heading into the NFL. He doesn't display the proper play strength or physicality at the point of attack in the run game. He will be seen driven back or quickly shredded by active and determined defenders. Taylor's lack of explosiveness could play a factor when facing coverage versatile safeties at the next level. He excels with tempo and short-area quickness to create space between him and the defender. When aligned outside, it can limit his effectiveness in attacking vertically against defensive backs.

Overall, Mason Taylor projects as a top-two tight end on the offensive depth chart. He is a good and reliable pass catcher. Taylor can defeat man but excels against zone coverages where his instincts are essential. He can be an adequate starting tight end if given the opportunity!

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GRADE: 7.8 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — Third Round)

OVERALL RANK: 37

POSITION RANK: TE3

PRO COMPARISON: Mark Andrews

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

HEIGHT: 6'5"

WEIGHT: 289

HAND: 10⅛"

ARM: 33½"

WINGSPAN: 82⅜”

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40-YARD DASH: 4.74

VERTICAL: 33"

BROAD: 9'11"

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POSITIVES

— Good block recognition as a run defender to put himself in a good position to take on blocks.

— When he keeps his hands tight against the run, he has the upper body strength and arm length to get extension against offensive linemen.

— Can close the gap with tight ends and offensive tackles who lean at the point of attack.

— Decent at getting off blocks against offensive linemen.

— Has solid power as a pass-rusher to collapse the pocket versus tackles, and has shown a solid rip move to win around the edge and help recover when he misses with his hands.

— Active hands when rushing the passer.

— Good pass-rush motor to get coverage sacks and a hustle player overall.

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NEGATIVES

— Sub-par athlete overall, making it difficult for him to play on the edge in the NFL.

— Often late to react to the snap and lacks acceleration off the line of scrimmage.

— Could afford to be more physical at the point of attack.

— Inconsistent with his hand placement as a run defender, often landing too wide and exposing his chest.

— Accuracy with his hands when rushing the passer is poor, often missing and allowing offensive linemen to make the first significant contact.

— Struggles to break down in the backfield and lacks lateral movement skills, making it difficult to bring down shifty running backs and quarterbacks.

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NOTES

— Born Jul. 3, 2003

— A 4-star recruit in the 2021 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: didn't suffer any major injuries in college but he was born with a rare breathing disorder and had a tracheotomy tube placed into his neck at three months old

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OVERALL

Sai'von Jones was primarily used as an edge defender at LSU but would be better suited on the inside as more of a 4i- to 3-technique in the NFL. He lined up on the interior at the Senior Bowl and had success in both phases of the game. Also, he's not a good athlete or fluid mover but does have impressive size and strength.

Jones has good block recognition as a run defender and enough upper-body strength to lock out offensive linemen and win at the point of attack. When rushing the passer, he has solid power to collapse the pocket with a bull rush and has shown a decent rip move to win around the edge.

However, the LSU product is still learning how to use his long arms to his advantage in both phases of the game. He showed improvement this season but does have a habit of using wide hand placement against the run and is pretty inaccurate with his hands when rushing the passer.

Overall, Jones is a developmental prospect, especially if he's going to play a different position in the pros. However, there could be a team that likes his physical traits and is willing to be patient and work with him on the interior defensive line.

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GRADE: 6.3 (Developmental Prospect — 5th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 187

POSITION RANK: DL18

PRO COMPARISON: William Gholston

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 6'4"

WEIGHT: 325

HAND: 9¾"

ARM: 33"

WINGSPAN: 79⅛"

40-YARD DASH: 5.15

3-CONE: NA

SHUTTLE: 4.66

VERTICAL: 32"

BROAD: 9'2"

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POSITIVES

— Dense, thick build with good square power and play strength to cover up and uproot targets on short pull kick-outs, base and down blocks.

— Can drop his hips and root his feet to sit down and eat the bull-rush using girth and core strength.

— Times the snap well when needed to initially square up his target on backside 2i/1T cut-offs.

— Strains and drives his legs through contact as a finisher to widen defenders off of their spot and catch them leaning into the lane before dumping them.

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NEGATIVES

— Below average, sluggish redirect and recovery skills leave him overextended and off-balance against shifty moves across his face.

— Middling arm length coupled with a tendency to punch down the middle of rushers creates a soft outside edge and short corners.

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NOTES

— Born Feb. 2, 2002

— 4-star recruit from the 2021 class, per 247Sports

— 30 career starts at left guard (24), left tackle (three) and center (one)

— Missed six games during the 2022 season due to a broken hand and MCL sprain

— Suffered an ankle injury on play 30 of LSU's Week eight game against Texas A&M that required tightrope surgery and kept him out for the remainder of the season

— Accepted his invite to the 2025 Senior Bowl

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OVERALL

Garrett Dellinger is a three-year starter primarily at left guard including seven starts during the 2024 season inside LSU's 59-41 pass-run split, multiple-run scheme. Dellinger has a dense build, thick midsection and core with adequate movement skills and good play strength.

Dellinger uses his girth and good square power to cover up, uproot and dig targets off of their spot on short pull kick-out, base and down blocks. He strains and runs his feet to tally the occasional knockdown when he catches defenders leaning into the hole and has solid snap timing to compensate for middling athletic ability and get him to his initial landmark on backside cut-offs against 2i/1T alignments. Dellinger's below-average redirect and recovery skills leave him overextended and off-balance against sudden post-snap movement across his face that results in soft edges and gradual and/or quick penetration.

In pass protection Dellinger is a sturdy presence against the bull-rush and power with a stiff punch to provide firm help when uncovered. Dellinger flashes the ability to bait and circle around rushers to get them corralled but will also punch down the middle or be late to strike that leaves him out-leveraged and susceptible to getting lifted and/or edged quickly.

Overall, Dellinger has a thick, sturdy build with good play strength and square power that make him an effective downhill run blocker but mediocre movement skills sap his sustain skills and signal a backup guard.

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GRADE: 5.5 (Backup/Draftable — Round 7)

OVERALL RANK: 269

POSITION RANK: IOL30

PRO COMPARISON: Landon Young

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Brandon Thorn

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

LSU freshman quarterback Colin Hurley has been hospitalized after being found unresponsive but breathing following a car accident near the gates of LSU's campus, per ESPN's Chris Low.

Hurley's family released a statement saying the player is stable and are confident he will make a full recovery:

Statement from LSU QB Colin Hurley’s family: 
 
Colin would like to thank the first responders, the incredible doctors and nurses at Our Lady of the Lake Health and the many Tiger Fans for their care and compassion. Colin is resting and is stable while more tests and care are…

— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) January 16, 2025

The crash report said Hurley was found by LSU police and the Baton Rouge Fire Department just before 3 a.m. on Thursday. EMS and fire department personnel took the 17-year-old out of his Dodge Charger and transported him to a local hospital.

LSU school officials said they were not able to comment on the cause of the crash because Hurley is still a minor. His parents were on their way to Baton Rouge from their home in Jacksonville.

"We are working through proper protocols with his family before we can have any comment," LSU senior associate athletic director and chief communications officer Zach Greenwell told Low via text message.

Hurley was a 4-star recruit in the class of 2024 in 247Sports' composite. He didn't see the field in 2024 as a true freshman for the Tigers. 247Sports director of scouting Andrew Ivins noted that he led Trinity Christian Academy to a Florida 2A state title as a freshman. He reclassified from the 2025 class to 2024 and started college classes at the age of 16. Ivins described him as "a quarterback protege of sorts."

Former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy turned himself in after being charged in connection to a fatal car crash, according to ESPN.

Lacy was briefly held in custody until being released on a $151,000 bond. He has been charged with negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run with death and reckless operation of a vehicle.

Authorities allege Lacy was driving recklessly and caused a head-on collision involving two other cars.

Rocky Arceneaux, Lacy's agent, issued a statement last Friday saying his client was "fully cooperating with the authorities." Arceneaux added that he and Lacy "strongly believe that the facts will ultimately demonstrate the truth."

pic.twitter.com/w15srrPF3h

— Rocky Arceneaux (@Alliance_Sports) January 10, 2025

Per ESPN's Mark Schlabach, Louisiana State Police allege Lacy was driving a 2023 Dodge Charger down a stretch of Louisiana Highway 20 on Dec. 17 and "recklessly passed multiple vehicles at a high rate of speed by crossing the centerline and entering the northbound lane while in a designated no-passing zone."

One driver traveling in the opposite direction swerved to the right to avoid Lacy. Another driver swerved to the left and into the direction of oncoming traffic. That vehicle, a Kia Cadenza, struck a Kia Sorento. A passenger in the Sorento died as a result of the crash.

Police allege Lacy left the scene without providing any aid or identifying himself.

The 24-year-old played for LSU across three seasons, transferring to Baton Rouge after two years at Louisiana. In 2024, he was second on the team in receptions (58) and receiving yards (866) while catching a team-high nine touchdowns.

Lacy declared for the 2025 NFL draft in December.

LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy is wanted on multiple charges related to a deadly December hit-and-run accident.

According to WAFB's Chris Nakamoto, a warrant has been issued for Lacy's arrest on charges of negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run and reckless operation of a vehicle.

Louisiana State Police said they are "in communication with Lacy and his legal representation to turn himself in."

Lacy's agent, Rocky Arceneaux, released the following statement:

pic.twitter.com/w15srrPF3h

— Rocky Arceneaux (@Alliance_Sports) January 10, 2025

The accident occurred on Dec. 17, 2024, on Louisiana Highway 20, and it is alleged that Lacy caused it when he "recklessly passed multiple vehicles at a high rate of speed by crossing the centerline and entering the northbound lane while in a designated No-Passing Zone."

Lacy allegedly crossed into the wrong lane to pass other vehicles, resulting in multiple vehicles swerving to avoid a head-on collision. Two of the vehicles had a head-on collision with each other, resulting in the death of a 78-year-old man and injuries to two others.

Police said Lacy "drove around the crash scene and fled south on LA Hwy 20 without stopping to render aid, call emergency services, or report his involvement in the crash."

Lacy is a 24-year-old from Thibodaux, Louisiana, who began his collegiate career at the University of Louisiana in 2020 before transferring to LSU in 2022.

Across his five season at Louisiana and LSU, Lacy recorded 162 receptions for 2,360 yards and 26 touchdowns.

That included career highs of 58 catches for 866 yards and nine touchdowns in 2024. Lacy was second on the team in receptions and receiving yards, and he led all Tigers players in touchdown catches.

Lacy declared for the 2025 NFL draft two days after the deadly accident he was allegedly involved in.