LSU offensive lineman Garrett Dellinger (72) and LSU offensive lineman Will Campbell (66) hold Grambling defensive lineman Jaden Hardy (98) back in the first half against Grambling, Saturday, September 9, 2023, at Tiger Stadium on the campus of LSU in Baton Rouge, La. LSU offensive lineman Emery Jones Jr. (50) blocks linebacker Bradyn Swinson (13) during the National L Club Spring Game on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Having an offensive line that can consistently open holes for the running game and keep the quarterback upright are two things that help college coaches sleep better in the fall. Having continuity from tackle to tackle is another key element for a productive offense, which LSU has proven in back-to-back 10-win seasons under Brian Kelly. When the Tigers line up in front of new starting quarterback Garrett Nussmeier for the first snap of preseason camp Thursday, those essential components will be present in the form of four game-tested veterans.
Left tackle Will Campbell, left guard Garrett Dellinger, right guard Miles Frazier and right tackle Emery Jones will be in their spots for the third consecutive year. Center Charles Turner completed his eligibility, so the only newcomer is redshirt freshman DJ Chester. Campbell, Dellinger, Frazier and Jones have combined for 99 starts at LSU — 51 of them coming a year ago when the Tigers went 10-3 and led the FBS in scoring, total offense and passing efficiency.
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