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Whit Weeks Ejected for Targeting on Opening Drive vs. Florida as Brian Kelly Questions Rule

Because the ejection came in the first half, the preseason All-American remains eligible for LSU’s next game.

Overview

  • Officials upheld a targeting call on review less than two minutes into Florida’s first possession, and the drive ended with a 45-yard field goal by Trey Smack.
  • Reports conflict on the ballcarrier involved, with some outlets naming Vernell Brown III and others identifying Jaden Baugh.
  • Weeks stayed on the sideline after the ejection; Davhon Keys stepped in, and LSU Wire noted Blake Baker could turn to Harold Perkins more at linebacker.
  • Brian Kelly said he has a hard time with the ruling, arguing the targeting rule burdens tacklers when a runner lowers his head.
  • LSU adjusted defensively and won 20-10, finishing the game without its preseason All-American linebacker.