Lane Kiffin expresses concerns about LSU offensive line depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:29 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
LSU football coach Lane Kiffin voiced significant concerns regarding the depth of the offensive line during fall camp on August 20. Despite having a set first-team unit, depth issues remain as many of the 10 offseason transfer linemen are not contributing at a sufficient level. Kiffin acknowledged the need for improvement among backups and stressed that more than five offensive linemen would be needed to compete effectively this season. The coach's remarks followed the Tigers' first 14 practices of fall camp.
- •Kiffin has high concern about offensive line depth.
- •Ten new linemen were brought in through the transfer portal.
- •Only a few transfers have seen action with the first team.
- •LSU aims to improve the performance of backup offensive linemen.
- •The team's first competitive game is approaching as camp progresses.
- 8:29 PMYahoo Sports — Lane Kiffin has 'high concern' about this position's depth for LSU football
"LSU football coach Lane Kiffin shares why he has 'high concern' about the offensive line depth during fall camp.
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