LSU players see improved draft stock after win against Clemson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Following a win against Clemson on September 5, several LSU football players are experiencing shifts in their 2027 NFL draft projections. Offensive tackle Jordan Seaton and tight end TreyDez Green remain listed as first-round candidates in updated evaluations. Quarterback Sam Leavitt and safety Ty Benefield saw their status move up from Day 3 to the third round. Defensive players Jordan Ross, Dashawn Spears, Princewill Umanmielen, and Whit Weeks also maintained or improved their positions heading into the second week of the season. Analysts noted that while Leavitt possesses significant athleticism, his passing consistency remains a focal point for scouts. Ross remains a prospect to watch after a performance against Clemson, though consistent play throughout the season is expected to determine his ultimate draft trajectory.
- •Jordan Seaton and TreyDez Green are projected as first-round picks.
- •Sam Leavitt and Ty Benefield moved into third-round projections.
- •Jordan Ross and Dashawn Spears are currently viewed as second-round prospects.
- •The LSU defense showed improved form during the victory over Clemson.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — LSU Football Draft Stock: Entering Week 2
"Some positive movement in the draft rankings.
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