LSU football out of the running for elite SEC transfer

Key Highlights

• According to Nakos, Wilson is deciding between Miami and Texas Tech, both of which he has visits scheduled with before the portal closes on Friday. Dec 27, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Missouri Tigers defensive end Damon Wilson II (8) looks on before a play against the Virginia Cavaliers during the second quarter at EverBank Stadium.
• Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn ImagesLosing out on Wilson isn’t the end of the world for LSU, however.
• His ability to get after opposing quarterbacks certainly would’ve been nice to have in Baton Rouge, but the Tigers have already secured other solid options. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOne of those options is former Tennessee edge rusher Jordan Ross, a former five-star in the class of 2024.
• Ross struggled to meet that lofty pedigree during his time with the Volunteers, but he’ll have an excellent staff in Baton Rouge that may be able to help him reach his potential. Another exciting edge rusher for the Tigers didn’t come from the portal at all.
• That player is Gabe Reliford, a sophomore who has spent two seasons in Baton Rouge.