
LSU Announces No. 7 Jersey for 2026 Season
The university revealed that the prestigious No. 7 jersey will be worn by Trey'Dez Green and Whit Weeks in the upcoming 2026 campaign, reviving a tradition that has defined LSU football for decades.
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The university revealed that the prestigious No. 7 jersey will be worn by Trey'Dez Green and Whit Weeks in the upcoming 2026 campaign, reviving a tradition that has defined LSU football for decades.

Linebacker Whit Weeks and tight end Trey’Dez Green will wear the historic No. 7 jersey in 2026, reviving a legacy that has shaped LSU football for decades.

LSU’s storied jersey customs recognize outstanding leaders and playmakers, from the inception of the No. 18 jersey by Matt Mauck to the upcoming immortalization of Bert Jones’s No. 7.

Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt recently announced his College Football All‑Century Team, celebrating the most influential players of the past 25 years. The lineup features quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, linemen and defensive stalwarts who have left indelible marks on the sport.
Fox analyst Joel Klatt revealed his All‑21st Century college football squad on July 13, assembling a 23‑player lineup that spans 14 different position groups. While the roster celebrates legends like Aaron Donald and Julio Jones, it notably excludes any Ohio State player, even as the Buckeyes boast two national titles and a parade of NFL first‑round picks this century.
On November 14, LSU will honor one of its most iconic signal-callers by retiring his jersey, cementing his place among the program's all‑time greats.

Lane Kiffin's move to LSU highlights the cultural, financial, and political forces that cement the Tigers as a perennial powerhouse in Louisiana.

A running back whose early years were marked by asthma and low expectations has emerged as the most talked‑about player on LSU’s spring practice field, drawing the attention of coach Lane Kiffin and reshaping his football trajectory.

LSU is intensifying its recruitment efforts on three high‑profile prospects, aiming to reshape its 2027 roster with elite talent.

The hiring of Lane Kiffin has ignited excitement across the college football landscape, with fans and analysts alike betting on a swift return to national relevance for LSU.

LSU’s safety group for the 2026 season features standout players Ty Benefield, Tamarcus Cooley and Dashawn Spears, each bringing unique skills that could reshape the team’s defensive outlook.

LSU coach Lane Kiffin announced on a podcast that the Tigers will win a national championship, confirmed quarterback Sam Leavitt’s full recovery, and highlighted the participation of golfers Sam Burns and Arni Sveinsson in the U.S. Open, while the Brendan Sorsby saga sparks calls for reform.

Rapper Toosii, known as Nau'Jour Grainger, has left LSU’s football program to focus on his music career, a move confirmed by coach Lane Kiffin, who also raised concerns about gambling influences in college sports.

LSU’s storied secondary must replace All‑American cornerback Mansoor Delane, relying on emerging stars DJ Pickett and PJ Woodland to preserve its top‑five defensive aspirations.

Brendan Sorsby’s recent eligibility battle has ignited a debate over NCAA governance, athlete compensation, and the integrity of college football.

A Texas court has cleared the way for Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to be eligible for the 2026 season, overturning a penalty that stemmed from a series of gambling violations.

A light‑hearted comment from Tyrann Mathieu about a potential comeback highlights the changing dynamics of college sports, from legal challenges to the impact of name, image and likeness agreements.

A Texas court has lifted the eligibility ban on Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, allowing him to play in 2026 after a two‑game suspension, while former NFL star Tyrann Mathieu humorously weighed in on the ruling.

A recent court decision clears the path for quarterback Brendan Sorsby to compete in 2026, prompting former LSU star Tyrann Mathieu to humorously suggest his own return to the gridiron.

Since the turn of the millennium, LSU has produced a succession of shutdown cornerbacks and playmaking safeties whose performances reshaped college football and paved the way to the NFL.