LSU freshman Heard will transfer to Tennessee

• Tom VanHaaren, ESPN Personnel WriterJan 21, 2024, 12:53 PM ET Close ESPN personnel author

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LSU real freshman offensive lineman Lance Heard revealed that he is transferring to Tennessee.Heard was the No. 51 total possibility in the 2023 class and the No. 3 offensive tackle. He is a 6-foot-6, 340-pound lineman, initially from Monroe, Louisiana.He went into the

transfer portal Jan. 2 and took visits to Tennessee and Oklahoma before landing with the Volunteers. In spite of being a true freshman, Heard played in 12 games at tackle this past season for the Tigers.Tennessee was in need of

some assistance up front after right take on Gerald Mincey moved to Kentucky. Heard will have 3 years of eligibility staying and can play immediately upon arrival at Tennessee.Editor’s Picks The Volunteers have been active in the transfer portal, adding Heard, Notre Dame tight end Holden Staes, Tulane

pass receiver Chris Brazzell II, Alabama tight end Miles Kitselman, Temple cornerback Jalen McMurray, Oregon State cornerback Jermod McCoy and Middle Tennessee State safety Jakobe Thomas.