LSU Football 2026 Spring Practice No. 4 Update

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The Louisiana sun beat down on LSU’s practice field Tuesday as Lane Kiffin’s squad opened Week 2 of spring ball. Notable personnel developments emerged from both huddles.

Injuries and Rehabilitation

Linebacker Whit Weeks watched from the sidelines. His right leg was still in a protective boot after last season’s fracture. Defensive coaches pointed him toward rehabilitation equipment while discussing his potential return timeline.

Defensive tackle Stephiylan Green made his spring debut. He wore a purple practice jersey and showed visible enthusiasm as he exploded through tackling dummies.

Tuesday’s First-Team Personnel

Offense (Hurry-Up Drill)

• QB: Landen Clark
• RB: Caden Durham
• WR: Winston Watkins, Jayce Brown, Jackson Harris
• TE: Trey’Dez Green
• OL:
  • Seaton (LT)
  • Harper (LG)
  • Moore (C)
  • Bah (RG)
  • Davis (RT)

Caden Durham took 8 of 12 first-team backfield snaps, a noticeable increase from last week. Landen Clark threw precise spirals, hitting receivers in stride during one-on-zero drills. In contrast, Leavitt’s throws occasionally sailed high. Watkins made a one-handed grab along the sideline, earning applause from teammates. The second unit included Martinez, Sprinkle, Satterwhite, Bordelon, and Strey across the offensive front.

Defense (Hurry-Up Drill)

• DL:
  • Ross (DE)
  • Geralds (DT)
  • Umanmielen (EDGE)
• LB: Dottery, Keys
• DB:
  • Jackson (CB)
  • Pickett (CB)
  • Woodland (Nickel)
  • Spears (Star)
  • Benefield (S)
  • Cooley (S)

Woodland moved inside to nickel coverage while Jackson patrolled the boundary corner. This shift marked a tactical change from previous alignments. Defensive coordinator sessions focused on edge containment. Position groups collaborated on pursuit angles and quick-turn techniques.