For LSU, a defensive tackle and safety would likely top the wish list. LSU hosted multiple transfer safeties in the winter portal window but only signed NC State redshirt sophomore Tamarcus Cooley. It doesn't have proven defensive tackles, and similarly, offensive tackles may be considered because of inexperience at the position.

LSU head coach Brian Kelly told reporters he will remember former wide receiver Kyren Lacy as a "bright star" after the 24-year-old died.