Lane Kiffin dubbed "Overrated"| Will Wade adds Euro League Piece | Inside #LSU Baseball Preview

The latest sports headlines for May 7, 2026, highlight Lane Kiffin’s new era at LSU, Will Wade's roster moves for the Tigers, and a promising outlook for LSU Baseball. Lane Kiffin Dubbed "Overrated" ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum has officially put new LSU head coach Lane Kiffin on notice, stating he will label Kiffin "overrated" if he fails to make the College Football Playoff in the next 12 months. The Context: Kiffin took over LSU following Brian Kelly’s midseason firing in 2025.Finebaum’s Critique: While acknowledging Kiffin’s success at Ole Miss (including an 11-1 regular season), Finebaum remains "underwhelmed" by Kiffin's record against top 10 teams and his lack of deep playoff runs. Expectations: Kiffin has already canceled the 2026 LSU spring game to protect players from injury and "roster poaching". Will Wade Adds EuroLeague Piece Returning LSU basketball coach Will Wade has secured a major international commitment to bolster his frontcourt. The Addition: Marcio Santos, a standout big man from the EuroLeague, has committed to LSU. Role: Santos is expected to be the Tigers' starting center, bringing elite skill and veteran experience to the SEC. Wade’s Return: After a successful stint at McNeese State and a brief period at NC State, Wade officially returned to LSU in March 2026.Inside LSU Baseball Preview LSU Baseball enters May 2026 with one of the most talented rosters in the country, currently ranked No. 2 by Baseball America. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.