Projecting LSU football's offensive line depth chart in Texas Bowl

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LSU football's roster will look different when it takes the field vs. Houston in the Texas Bowl on Saturday. As is usually the case for bowl games, a slew of transfer exits, draft opt-outs, and injuries have left LSU shorthanded.

Despite the opt-outs, LSU is only a 1.5-point underdog. The Tigers are looking for back-to-back Texas Bowl wins after LSU beat Baylor last year.

The personnel changes will impact LSU's offensive line, which has been a point of concern for the Tigers all year. A couple of LSU linemen have already announced plans to enter the transfer portal, while veteran Josh Thompson has already begun prepping for the NFL Draft.

There is some good news, though. LSU center Braelin Moore should be ready to go after dealing with an ankle injury throughout the regular season.

Let's take a look at how LSU's offensive line depth chart shapes up vs. Houston on Saturday.

Left tackle: Tyree Adams

Tyree Adams missed a significant chunk of the regular season after leaving the Vanderbilt loss with an injury. Adams managed to return in the regular season finale vs. Oklahoma and is set to play vs. Houston. Adams has a chance to prove something, no matter what his future holds. With a solid outing, he can make his case to start at tackle again in 2026. If he's planning to hit the portal, a good performance can increase his value, too.

Right tackle: Weston Davis

Weston Davis will start at the other tackle spot. The redshirt freshman has drawn heavy criticism throughout the year, but finished the regular season on a high note. According to PFF, Davis did not allow a single pressure vs. Western Kentucky or Oklahoma. Davis was a five-star recruit in 2024 and it's too early to tell where he factors into Kiffin's plans, but a third-straight solid outing would be a nice way for Davis to head into 2026.

Tackle Depth

Ory Williams

Williams got real playing time in November as LSU toyed with its offensive line rotation. He did not allow a sack, but he looked raw in the run game. Williams did not play in the regular season finale vs. the Sooners.

Carius Curne

Curne announced plans to enter the transfer portal, but there's a chance he suits up vs. Houston. The true freshman made several starts in the regular season. He showed promise, but the results weren't there yet. If he's dressed, it'll be interesting to see if he factors into the rotation.

DJ Chester

Chester was LSU's starting center in 2024, but was relegated to a backup role in 2025. Chester served as LSU's swing linemen this year, being able to fill in at all five positions. With Moore back at center, Chester is available where needed on Saturday. That could mean a few reps at tackle.

Left Guard: Coen Echols

Echols plans to enter the transfer portal, but he's expected to suit up one last time with the Tigers. Echols, a redshirt freshman, showed plenty of promise in 2025 and was one of LSU's top run blockers. LSU would miss Echols if he sat this one out.

Right Guard: Paul Mubenga

With Josh Thompson out, Mubenga slides into right guard. Mubenga hasn't started since Week 5 at Ole Miss, but saw a few snaps vs. Texas A&M, Alabama, and Oklahoma. Mubenga posted a respectable PFF pass blocking grade of 76.2 this year, but run game struggles were evident.

Guard Depth

DJ Chester

I mentioned Chester as a potential open at tackle, but he's just as likely to see the field at guard.

Bo Bordelon

LSU used Bordelon as part of its heavy package for the last two seasons, but he's yet to find a significant role in the offensive line rotation. Still, he's a somewhat experienced hand who could go in the game if called upon.

Center: Braelin Moore

Moore has been one of LSU's better linemen this year. The Virginia Tech transfer brought experience to LSU's interior offensive line. He looked good in Week 1 vs. Clemson, but an ankle injury plagued Moore for the rest of the year. Moore had a few weeks to recover and should be set for one of his better games.

Center Depth

DJ Chester

Appearing for the third time is DJ Chester. If Moore goes down, Chester is the clear No. 2 at center. He has significant experience at the position after starting there in 2024 and filling in for Moore in 2025.

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