Archive · 4 Jan 2026
LSU Running Back Caden Durham Enters Transfer Portal
Caden Durham, a running back for the LSU Tigers, has decided to enter the NCAA transfer portal.
This means he is looking for a new team to play for.
Durham had a great start to his college career, winning an award for being the best freshman player in his conference.
He ran for over 1,000 yards and scored nine touchdowns in his two seasons at LSU.
The change comes as LSU has a new coach, Lane Kiffin, who is making big changes to the team.
Durham's departure leaves LSU with only one scholarship running back for the next season.
Other teams will likely be interested in signing Durham because of his skills and experience.
Caden Durham, a sophomore running back for LSU, has entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Durham rushed for 1,258 yards and nine touchdowns in two seasons at LSU.
He was named SEC Offensive Freshman of the Year in his first year.
LSU's new head coach, Lane Kiffin, is rebuilding the roster, leading to Durham's decision.
With Durham's departure, LSU will have only one scholarship running back, Harlem Berry, for the 2026 season.
- Who
- Caden Durham, a sophomore running back from LSU Tigers
- What
- Entered the NCAA transfer portal
- When
- During the 2026 offseason
- Where
- LSU Tigers football program
- Why
- To explore other options amid coaching changes and roster turnover
- Player Name
- Caden Durham
- Position
- Running Back
- Current Team
- LSU Tigers
- Years of Eligibility Remaining
- 2
- Notable Achievement
- SEC Offensive Freshman of the Year
- Rushing Yards
- 1,258 yards
- Touchdowns
- 9 touchdowns
- Carries
- 251 carries