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LSU Football: Transfer Portal Window Opens

LSU Football faces a busy January as the NCAA Transfer Portal opens, with Coach Lane Kiffin and his staff focusing on rebuilding the roster, particularly at wide receiver. Two players, Kylan Billiot and Jelani Watkins, have announced their intentions to enter the transfer market. Meanwhile, several other receivers are moving on, including Barion Brown, Chris Hilton, Zavion Thomas, and Aaron Anderson. With these departures, LSU is looking to bring in experienced players through the transfer portal to bolster a young receiving corps. The upcoming transfer window will be a critical period for Kiffins new staff as they shape the LSU roster for the next season.

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