Ty Benefield shows All-SEC potential for LSU football defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
LSU football has added transfer Ty Benefield, a safety from Boise State, who is expected to fill a crucial gap in the defense following the loss of AJ Haucly. Benefield received positive reviews during spring practices, with LSU head coach Lane Kiffin praising his elite skills. He has been recognized in Phil Steele's preseason All-SEC third team, with potential to secure a first-team spot. The SEC features strong safety talent this year, making it a competitive environment for accolades.
- •LSU signed transfer Ty Benefield from Boise State.
- •Benefield aims to replace lost safety AJ Haucly.
- •Head coach Lane Kiffin praised Benefield's skills.
- •Phil Steele recognizes him in the preseason All-SEC third team.
- •SEC boasts strong talent in the safety position this season.
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Ty Benefield has All-SEC potential for LSU football's defense
"LSU football could have its next star at the safety position with the arrival of transfer Ty Benefield. He has All-SEC potential for the Tigers.
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