Again the LSU Football Transfer Portal Update: Who’s in for the Tigers? Who’s Departing?

As of February 7, 2025, the LSU Tigers football program has experienced notable activity in the NCAA Transfer Portal, with several players entering and others joining the team.

**Departures:**

– **Jalen Lee (DT):** The graduate defensive tackle from Watson, Louisiana, entered the transfer portal seeking a new opportunity for his final year of eligibility. citeturn0search5

– **Kimo Makane’ole (DT):** The junior defensive tackle from Hawaii appeared in 10 games, recording one tackle, before deciding to transfer. citeturn0search5

– **AJ Swann (QB):** The junior quarterback from Georgia made two appearances, completing 2-of-4 passes for 10 yards, before entering the transfer portal. citeturn0search5

– **Sage Ryan (DB):** The junior defensive back from Lafayette, Louisiana, started nine of 12 games, totaling 42 tackles, one sack, and one interception, before deciding to transfer. citeturn0search5

– **Jay’viar Suggs (DT):** The senior defensive tackle from Flint, Michigan, entered the transfer portal after appearing in 10 games, recording one tackle. citeturn0search5

**Additions:**

– **Michael Van Buren Jr. (QB):** The freshman quarterback from Maryland transferred from Mississippi State, where he started eight games as a freshman, throwing for 1,886 yards and 11 touchdowns. citeturn0news16

– **Patrick Payton (DE):** The junior defensive end from Miami, Florida, transferred from Florida State, where he was named the 2022 ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year. citeturn0search18

– **Tamarcus Cooley (S):** The safety from North Carolina State committed to LSU, bringing valuable experience to the secondary. citeturn0news12

– **Nic Anderson (WR):** The redshirt sophomore wide receiver from Katy, Texas, transferred from Oklahoma, adding depth to LSU’s receiving corps. citeturn0search2

– **Destyn Hill (WR):** The sophomore wide receiver from New Orleans, Louisiana, transferred from Florida State, providing additional talent to the receiving group. citeturn0search2

– **Mansoor Delane (CB):** The junior cornerback from Severn, Maryland, transferred from Virginia Tech, enhancing LSU’s defensive backfield. citeturn0search2

– **Jack Pyburn (EDGE):** The junior edge rusher from Jacksonville, Florida, transferred from Florida, bolstering LSU’s pass-rushing capabilities. citeturn0search2

– **Michael Van Buren Jr. (QB):** The freshman quarterback from Maryland, who previously played at Mississippi State, transferred to LSU, adding depth to the quarterback position. citeturn0search14

These movements reflect LSU’s strategic efforts to strengthen its roster through the transfer portal, addressing areas of need and enhancing overall team depth.

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