Get this, folks: junior tight end Trey’Dez Green and senior linebacker Whit Weeks are officially rocking the prestigious No. 7 jerseys for LSU football in 2026. The team dropped the news on August 26, and if you know anything about LSU football, you know what that number means. Lane Kiffin and his staff are going with a pair of No. 7s for his first roster, a move LSU coaches have used before, with two players donning the number just two seasons ago.
The New Offensive Weapon With the Coveted Number
On the offensive side, it’s Trey’Dez Green, and let me tell you, this kid is a problem for defenses. He’s been the presumed favorite for the No. 7 jersey since spring, and it is easy to see why. At 6-7, Green is a unique offensive weapon, a true matchup nightmare. Draft experts already have him pegged as LSU’s top 2027 NFL Draft prospect. This guy is a menace in the red zone, leading the Tigers in receiving touchdowns in 2025 with seven. Last season, he racked up 33 catches for 433 yards. In just two seasons with LSU, Green boasts 46 career receptions for 534 yards and 11 scores. Putting him in No. 7 just screams big plays are coming.
Weeks Returns, Ready to Dominate in No. 7
Now, on defense, we’ve got senior linebacker Whit Weeks, and this is huge for the Tigers. Weeks is entering his fourth season in Baton Rouge, and when he’s healthy, he’s an absolute force. He tragically missed much of last season due to a broken ankle, but in his sophomore campaign, he was the team’s leading tackler. Weeks, a 6-3, 226-pound senior, actually debated declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft but ultimately decided to return to college. That’s a massive win for LSU. Many thought he’d land the beloved No. 18 jersey, but that went to senior center Braelin Moore earlier on Wednesday. Weeks in No. 7 means he’s expected to be a leader and a game-wrecker for the defense, and after his decision to return, he’s got something to prove.
The No. 7 jersey has a legendary history at LSU, reserved for top playmakers since the days of former standout cornerback Patrick Peterson. Icons like Tyrann Mathieu and Leonard Fournette also wore it, setting a high bar. With Green and Weeks now donning the number, all eyes will be on them as the season approaches. This is a clear statement from Kiffin’s staff: these two are expected to deliver, big time. You better believe their opponents are already looking at their schedules and wondering how to stop these guys.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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