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Lane Kiffin, LSU Poach 5-Star DE After Ole Miss Blocked Transfer Portal Request

Lane Kiffin, LSU Poach 5-Star DE After Ole Miss Blocked Transfer Portal Request

Summary

LSU's football team has signed Ole Miss star player Princewill Umanmielen after Ole Miss initially tried to block his transfer. Umanmielen is a highly-ranked player in the transfer portal.

Key Facts

  • Princewill Umanmielen, a top player from Ole Miss, will transfer to LSU.
  • Umanmielen was selected as an All-SEC player and recorded nine sacks this season.
  • Ole Miss initially tried to stop the transfer by not submitting his paperwork on time.
  • The school claimed Umanmielen had a recent NIL deal with Ole Miss, complicating the transfer.
  • A similar situation occurred with Washington Huskies quarterback Demond Williams.
  • Umanmielen is considered the fifth-best player in the transfer portal.
  • LSU's transfer class includes several high-ranking players like other five-star recruits.

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