The spring transfer portal has officially closed — and LSU wrapped it up with a bang. The Tigers secured a huge defensive piece in Houston safety A.J. Haulcy, one of the most sought-after defenders on the market.
After LSU’s November victory over Oklahoma, head coach Brian Kelly delivered a bold promise: “We’re taking receipts… we’ll see you at the national championship.” Now, with the portal moves complete, it’s clear why he made such a confident statement.
Haulcy, who earned First-Team All-Big 12 honors last season, brings impressive production with 5 interceptions and 74 tackles. His addition could be the final piece in solidifying LSU’s defensive backfield.
Projected Starting Lineup Heading into August:
OFFENSE:
- QB: Garrett Nussmeier
- RB: Caden Durham
- WR: Chris Hilton Jr., Aaron Anderson, Zavion Thomas, Barion Brown, Nic Anderson
- TE: Trey’Dez Green or Bauer Sharp
- LT: Tyree Adams
- LG: Paul Mubenga or Josh Thompson
- C: Braelin Moore or DJ Chester
- RG: Coen Echols, DJ Chester, or Josh Thompson
- RT: Weston Davis
DEFENSE:
- DE: Gabriel Reliford, Patrick Payton, or Jack Pyburn
- DT: Dominick McKinley
- DT: Ahmad Breaux
- LB: Whit Weeks, Devhon Keys
- STAR: Harold Perkins
- CB: Mansoor Delane, Ashton Stamps
- S: Tamarcus Cooley, A.J. Haulcy
A.J. Haulcy’s arrival marks the latest sign that LSU is going all-in on a championship run — stacking talent on both sides of the ball and living up to Brian Kelly’s bold prediction.
