Trey’Dez Green Injury Update: What LSU Knows After the Ole Miss Loss
Updated: 11 hours ago
Trey’Dez Green was becoming exactly the problem LSU needed him to be in Oxford — too big for defensive backs, too athletic for linebackers and increasingly central to the comeback. Then one play changed the conversation from how LSU might finish the rally to how long it could be without one of its most important offensive weapons.
Quick Answer
LSU tight end Trey’Dez Green left the 32-24 loss at Ole Miss after an apparent knee injury following a 19-yard reception in the fourth quarter. Green was helped from the field and later seen on crutches. According to Green’s mother, an MRI showed no torn ligaments, surgery is not required and he will miss some games. LSU has not announced a formal diagnosis or exact return date, and the first Texas A&M SEC availability report is due September 23.
Green was LSU’s leading receiver when he went down
Green caught four passes for 60 yards against Ole Miss and led LSU in receiving. His final catch moved the Tigers to the Ole Miss 31 with LSU trailing 24-21 and threatening to take the lead.
That timing matters. LSU ultimately tied the game with a field goal, but Green’s combination of size and catch radius was missing on the final possession when the Tigers reached the Ole Miss 6 and failed to score.
What Lane Kiffin said
Kiffin acknowledged after the game that losing Green was a major factor and said Green and defensive back Dashawn Spears were not close to returning. On Sunday, Green’s mother said the MRI showed no torn ligaments, no surgery is needed and Green will miss some games. LSU has not announced an exact return date.
Who is next at tight end?
Zach Grace and Malachi Thomas are the immediate names behind Green. Grace was targeted once late against Ole Miss but did not record a catch. Thomas played but was not targeted.
With Green expected to miss games, LSU may also have to change the shape of the passing game instead of simply replacing one tight end with another. More receiver targets, running-back involvement and formations that spread the field could all become part of the answer.
Why Texas A&M week makes this urgent
LSU gets another major SEC test immediately. Texas A&M comes to Tiger Stadium on September 26 at 6:30 p.m. CT on ABC. Both teams are 2-1 and 0-1 in SEC play, which makes every personnel question more important.
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FAQ
What happened to Trey’Dez Green?
Green was injured after a 19-yard reception in the fourth quarter against Ole Miss. He was helped off the field and later seen using crutches.
Has LSU announced a diagnosis?
LSU has not publicly announced a formal diagnosis or exact return date. Green’s mother said an MRI showed no torn ligaments, no surgery is needed and he will miss some games.
Who could replace Green while he misses time?
Zach Grace and Malachi Thomas are the primary tight ends behind Green on LSU’s roster, though LSU could also redistribute targets to receivers and backs.
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