LSU football players discuss Lane Kiffin adding NFL players to roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

LSU football players shared their views on head coach Lane Kiffin's recent additions of NFL players during a media availability on August 25. Kiffin has garnered commitments from three former student-athletes after a local judge granted them an extra year of eligibility. Defensive end Junior Tuihalamaka, tight end Dae'Quan Wright, and defensive tackle Zxavian Harris, who trained with NFL teams, are expected to join just before the season opener. Players like wide receiver Eugen Wilson III and cornerback PJ Woodland expressed uncertainty about the changes, while running back Dilin Jones and defensive end Dylan Carpenter showed support for the decisions. The team continues to prepare as the season approaches.
- •Kiffin adds three players with NFL experience to LSU football team.
- •Players are expected to join before the upcoming season opener.
- •Receiver Eugen Wilson III is uncertain about the impact of the changes.
- •Running back Dilin Jones trusts Kiffin's decisions for the team.
- •Defensive end Dylan Carpenter welcomes new teammates to enhance competition.
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — What LSU football players said about Lane Kiffin adding NFL players to Tigers
"What do LSU football players think about head coach Lane Kiffin bringing in NFL players to join the team? Here's what they had to say during Tuesday's team availability, less than two weeks from the opening game.
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