Sydir Mitchell Kicked Off LSU! Here’s Why He Didn’t Fit

Brian Kelly confirmed on Tuesday that LSU defensive tackle Sydir Mitchell is no longer with the team, saying the sophomore failed to meet the standard required to remain a Tiger. We break down why Mitchell never quite fit into new defensive line coach Kyle Williams’s style of play, what went wrong during his time in Baton Rouge, and how his departure impacts LSU’s defensive tackle depth moving forward into 2025.

With Mitchell gone, what does this mean for LSU’s rotation up front? Can the Tigers hold steady in the trenches, or will Brian Kelly need to hit the transfer portal again? We take a closer look at the roster numbers, the long-term plan for the position, and which young players might be forced into bigger roles next season.

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