LSU's Whit Weeks Suffers Severe Ankle Injury

LSU's star linebacker Whit Weeks suffered a severe ankle injury during the Texas Bowl against Baylor, a significant blow to the team's defensive line-up. Weeks, a key player and the team's leading tackler with 125 total tackles in 2024, was carted off the field amidst overwhelming support from his teammates. This injury raises concerns for LSU's defense heading into 2025, a crucial season for the program given head coach Brian Kelly's struggles to establish a consistent defensive identity. The Tigers will rely on other linebackers like Davhon Keys, Greg Penn, and West Weeks to fill the void. The setback comes as LSU aims for a spot in the twelve-team College Football Playoff next season, following a disappointing 8-4 record in 2024. Weeks' recovery is pivotal for the Tigers' defensive plans and overall team performance in the upcoming season.