LSU Football: Spring Practice Observations LSU is in the middle of its first spring under head coach Lane Kiffin, who has installed a high-tempo offensive system. Quarterback Battle: Sam Leavitt is the projected starter but is currently sidelined with an injury. This has opened the door for five-star freshman Husan Longstreet and Landen Clark to compete for the backup role. Offensive Pace: Observers note Kiffin's emphasis on rapid-fire reads and getting the ball out quickly. Players like wide receiver Malik Elzie (No. 88) have stood out with big plays in the red zone. Defensive Shifting: With Harold Perkins gone, LSU is moving away from the "STAR" position. Linebacker Charles Ross is transitioning to an inside role, while veteran coach Corey Raymond is heavily involved in developing young defensive backs like recruit Walden. Player Perspectives: Defensive back Charles Ross highlighted the increased competitiveness under the new staff, stating the motto in the locker room is "Quitting isn't an option". LSU Women's Basketball: Transfer Portal Drama Following a Sweet 16 exit to Duke, Kim Mulkey’s roster is undergoing a major overhaul, particularly in the backcourt. Guard Departures: Starting point guard Jada Richard entered the portal on April 9, joining fellow guards Bella Hines, Divine Bourrage, and Kailyn Gilbert. Conflict & Minutes: Reports suggest Bella Hines entered the portal due to limited playing time and not being prioritized, despite showing flashes of defensive brilliance during the season. Mulkey's Strategy: Mulkey has publicly stated her intention to add size and "two or three" more impact players through the portal while moving ZaKiyah Johnson back to the perimeter. LSU Baseball: Series at Ole Miss LSU (22-11, 6-6 SEC) travels to Oxford this weekend for a pivotal series against the Rebels. lsusports.net lsusports.net +1 Series Schedule: Game 1: Friday, April 10 at 6:30 p.m. CT Game 2: Saturday, April 11 at 4:00 p.m. CT Game 3: Sunday, April 12 at 1:30 p.m. CT Key Storyline: The Tigers are looking for their third straight SEC series win after a historic performance by Cade Arrambide, who hit four home runs in a single game against Tennessee last weekend. Midweek Setback: LSU enters the series coming off a disappointing 10-7 midweek loss to Bethune-Cookman, where a seventh-inning collapse proved costly.

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LSU Athletic Director Verge Ausberry has recently emphasized a "revenue revolution" to manage massive budget deficits, specifically prioritizing football as the department's economic engine while restructuring administrative roles to boost Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) funding for baseball. Ausberry’s Athletics "Priorities" Ausberry has implemented a new reporting structure aimed at aggressive revenue generation to cover a projected $54 million deficit following the firing of football coach Brian Kelly. Football as the "Measuring Stick": Ausberry stated that the football program is the department's priority, declaring that LSU must be in the College Football Playoff every year for the department to remain viable. Revenue Sharing Formulas: Despite new leadership, the revenue-sharing model remains fixed: 75% to football, 15% to men’s basketball, and 5% each to women’s basketball and remaining sports. Administrative Reshuffle: Ausberry has tasked Zach Greenwell (Deputy AD) specifically with raising NIL money for baseball and women’s basketball, acknowledging these programs as critical but expensive pillars that must drive their own revenue streams. Ending "Apathy": Following low attendance late in 2025, Ausberry prioritized restoring fan engagement, noting that the program cannot afford "apathy" in the stands. Current State of LSU Baseball

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LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt is expected to miss the remainder of spring practice as of April 2026. The scheduled absence follows a medical procedure to remove pins from his foot, a routine step in his recovery from a previous Lisfranc injury. Sam Leavitt Injury Update Sam Leavitt, who transferred to LSU from Arizona State, will be sidelined for the rest of spring camp after undergoing a planned procedure on Monday to remove stabilizing screws and pins from his foot. Reason for Procedure: The pins were part of a surgery in November 2025 to repair a Lisfranc injury. Activity Level: While he cannot participate in full team drills, head coach Lane Kiffin noted that Leavitt can still throw and participate in 7-on-7 work. Outlook: The team expects him to be fully healthy for summer and fall camp. LSU Baseball Midweek Loss LSU baseball suffered a disappointing 12-7 midweek loss to Southern on April 1, 2024, at Alex Box Stadium. The Game: Southern took an early lead and never trailed, hitting a three-run home run in the second inning to set the tone. Season Context: This was the Tigers' only midweek loss during that stretch of SEC play.

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