The LSU Tigers just made headlines by firing head coach Brian Kelly. With a $54 million buyout on the table, the Tigers suddenly find themselves in a risky spot, possibly losing some of their brightest young players.
This article takes a look at which key LSU athletes might stick around—or hit the transfer portal. Who’s likely to stay in Baton Rouge, and who’s got one foot out the door?
DJ Pickett: A Cornerback’s Future in Question
Freshman cornerback DJ Pickett, standing at 6-foot-5, turned heads this season. He was originally projected to land at Oregon, but defensive backs coach Corey Raymond played a big role in getting him to LSU.
Now, with Raymond’s job up in the air, Pickett’s future feels pretty uncertain. If Raymond leaves, schools like Ohio State and Oregon will circle. Texas Tech, always ready to spend big, could jump in too.
If Raymond stays, though, Pickett probably sticks with LSU. Let’s be honest—coaching connections matter more than most people realize.
Prediction: Pickett stays
Trey’Dez Green: A Local Talent with Dual-Sport Potential
Trey’Dez Green, a 6-foot-7, 240-pound tight end, has been one of the few real bright spots lately. He put up 21 catches for 264 yards and four touchdowns this season, showing off his athleticism.
Green grew up in Louisiana and plays both basketball and football. That local connection, plus the chance to keep playing two sports, makes LSU a pretty good fit for him.
Prediction: Green stays
Whit Weeks: A Linebacker’s Dilemma
Whit Weeks really embodies the LSU spirit. Lane Kiffin might try to tempt him to Ole Miss, but Weeks has deep ties to LSU—his family and brother play a big part in his choices.
He’s battled injuries, which makes things tricky. With a possible solid NIL deal on the table and a Day 2 NFL Draft grade, Weeks has to pick between another season at LSU or heading for the pros.
Prediction: Weeks goes to the NFL
Harlem Berry: A Running Back’s Uncertain Role
Harlem Berry, the top running back from the 2025 class, hasn’t seen much action because of LSU’s pass-first style. Caden Durham is in the mix too, so Berry’s future depends a lot on what the coaches do next—and whether running backs coach Frank Wilson sticks around.
If Wilson stays, Berry probably does too. But if things get shaken up, Berry could look at Florida or Texas, where he might see the field more.
Prediction: Berry stays
Carius Curne: The Offensive Line’s Biggest Threat
Carius Curne, a super athletic offensive lineman, looks like the biggest flight risk among LSU’s young stars. He was a late five-star addition to the roster and could start almost anywhere—Ole Miss, Ohio State, Georgia, you name it.
LSU’s offense has struggled this year, so the new coaching staff has to move fast to keep Curne around. If they can land a promising quarterback and fix the offense, maybe he stays. But honestly, the pull of bigger programs might just be too strong.
Prediction: Curne transfers
The firing of Brian Kelly has thrown the LSU Tigers football program into a cloud of uncertainty. It’s honestly a weird time, and nobody really knows how things will shake out.
Keeping their top talents feels more important than ever. DJ Pickett and Trey’Dez Green seem likely to stick around, but there’s chatter that Whit Weeks and Carius Curne might look for new teams.
If you’re hungry for more updates or want a deeper dive into LSU’s transfer situation, you can check out the full article on A to Z Sports.
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