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Lane Kiffin And LSU DOMINATING In The Transfer Portal | The Big 3 in 30 College

Jan 26, 2026

Jay Stephens, an Ohio State analyst, and Matt Moscona, an LSU reporter, break down two major college football stories. They discuss LSU’s massive transfer portal haul and its roster-building strategy. They also debate Ohio State’s hire of Arthur Smith and potential scheme fit. Short takes on Sam Nata’s landing at Oregon round out the conversation.

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INSIGHT

LSU Prioritizes Multi-Year Roster Stability

LSU's 2026 transfer class is built for multi-year stability rather than one-year stopgaps.
38 of 42 transfers have multiple years of eligibility, reducing next-year rebuild risk.

ADVICE

Balance Impact With Longevity In Recruiting

Focus on acquiring immediate-impact veterans while securing players with multi-year eligibility.
That balances short-term wins with long-term roster continuity.

INSIGHT

Selective One-Year Additions Fill Key Gaps

A few one-year additions are elite plug-and-play talents to fill pressing needs.
Examples include Ty Benefield, Jace Brown, T.J. Daughtery, and Prince Willimon Mielin.

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