Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball HE DID IT AGAIN! Lane Kiffin Delivers Midnight Portal Bomb—Ole Miss’ Top Tackler Joins LSU
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Jan 17, 2026 Lane Kiffin sparked excitement with a midnight transfer surprise, signing Ole Miss linebacker TJ Dottery, the SEC’s leading tackler. LSU's aggressive roster rebuild continues with a total of eight portal additions, including four new offensive linemen to replace those who departed. The discussion dives into the impact of these new players and the evolving transfer landscape, hinting that the Tigers may not be finished yet. It's a thrilling blend of strategy, chaos, and the promise of what's next in Baton Rouge.
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Midnight Portal Bomb Secures Top Tackler
- Lane Kiffin delivered a late-night transfer portal pickup when the portal closed at 11:59 p.m. for TJ Dottery. This sealed a dramatic finish and highlighted LSU's aggressive portal strategy.
Availability Over Grades: Dottery's Value
- TJ Dottery led the SEC with 98 tackles and played 958 snaps for Ole Miss, showing extreme availability. His addition pairs him with returning LSU tacklers Whit Weeks and Devon Keys, fortifying the linebacker room.
Production Beats Single Metrics
- Pro Football Focus gave Dottery a low season grade, but LSU prioritized his high snap count and tackling production. Moscona emphasizes production and fit over single-season grading metrics.