Lane Kiffin comments on LSU's acquisition of Junior Tuihalamaka from Notre Dame
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin addressed the transfer of Junior Tuihalamaka from Notre Dame during a recent press conference. Tuihalamaka, a former Irish defensive lineman, lost his spot at Notre Dame due to timing issues related to the academic calendar. Kiffin indicated the different rules at LSU allowed for Tuihalamaka's enrollment. The situation highlights the complexities athletes face when transferring schools, particularly concerning academic commitments. Both teams may have the opportunity to compete against each other later in the season or during the College Football Playoff, though they are not scheduled to meet in the regular season.
- •Junior Tuihalamaka transferred from Notre Dame to LSU.
- •Kiffin discussed the differing academic timelines between the two schools.
- •Tuihalamaka's transfer reflects challenges in athlete mobility.
- •LSU and Notre Dame are not set to face each other in the regular season.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Lane Kiffin speaks on LSU landing Junior Tuihalamaka over a Notre Dame
"Notre Dame recently lost Junior Tuihalamaka to the portal for different reasons and LSU’s Lane Kiffin explains why the Tigers could take him.
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