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LSU previews 2026 wide receiver room with key transfers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:34 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

LSU previews 2026 wide receiver room with key transfers
Summary

LSU football prepares for the 2026 season with a revamped wide receiver group, significantly bolstered through the transfer portal. Leading the charge is Jayce Brown, a former All-Big 12 selection who has emerged as a top target in drills. Tre' Brown and Tre Wilson III also join the ranks, bringing valuable experience from their previous programs. Jackson Harris and Winnie Watkins add to the depth, with expectations for multiple receivers to step into important roles as the team faces Clemson in their opener. The depth chart suggests that four to five receivers will be crucial once the season begins.

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  • •Jayce Brown is LSU's top transfer, aiming to lead in receptions.
  • •Tre Brown ranked first in the Sun Belt with 20 yards per catch.
  • •Tre Wilson aims to stay healthy after an injury-hit tenure at Florida.
  • •Jackson Harris recorded impressive stats in the Mountain West last season.
  • •LSU opens the season against Clemson with a restructured offense.
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  • 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 LSU Football Position Preview: Rebuilt wide receiver room
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Sam Leavitt heads into 2026 with no shortage of pass catchers. LSU football rebuilt its wide receiver room through the transfer portal.

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