LSU football aims to strengthen secondary for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 12:53 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
LSU football is focusing on its secondary as a key area for improvement in the 2026 season. Under new head coach Lane Kiffin, the Tigers possess strong potential with returning cornerbacks DJ Pickett and PJ Woodland. The addition of Boise State transfer Ty Benefield at safety further enhances their defense. LSU's secondary is projected to be a leading group in the nation, which will be tested early against formidable opponents like Clemson and Texas. The team anticipates significant performance from its defensive backs to compete for a playoff spot.
- •LSU focuses on enhancing its secondary for the 2026 season.
- •DJ Pickett and PJ Woodland return as cornerbacks after breakout years.
- •Ty Benefield joins as a safety from Boise State.
- •LSU projects to have one of the top defenses nationally.
- •Early tests include games against Clemson and Texas.
- 12:53 PMYahoo Sports — One area where LSU football can separate from the SEC in 2026
"LSU's defense should be elite in 2026. This position group should allow the unit to separate itself from the rest of the SEC.
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