Arden Key, defensive end, LSU
Key burst onto the scene as a true freshman who tallied 5.5 sacks in 2015 for the Tigers. Then last year as a full-time starter he took his game to another level, becoming one of the most dangerous pass rushers in the nation.
Utilizing his long, lean frame (6-foot-6, 231 pounds) to great effect, he took down quarterbacks 12 times in 2016, notching 55 tackles and 14.5 for a loss while handling himself surprisingly well against the run.
While Key took a leave of absence from LSU this spring, he made it clear he’s fully committed to playing at LSU during his junior season in 2017.
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Ed Orgeron has expressed his support for Key, who took time off for “personal reasons,” and it seems as if there’s nothing to worry about on that front.
“I expect him to be back in summer school in June,” the coach said, per The Advocate. “Doing very well. Still has things he’s working on.”
Provided he’s fully engaged once school and football become his main priorities once again in June, we expect Key to get back to doing what it is he does best, with a vengeance.