The LSU Tigers have suffered multiple injuries in the first two weeks of the season. WR Destyn Hill broke his hand in the season opener against Clemson, and starting center Braelin Moore and star tight end Trey'Dez Green went down with injuries in Week 2 against Louisiana Tech. The status of all three players has been closely monitored over the last few days leading up to the SEC opener against Florida.
With kick-off between the Tigers and Gators less than 72 hours away, the first LSU vs Florida injury report has been released.
LSU vs Florida injury report: Moore still listed as questionable
Hill, Moore, and Green are all listed as questionable on the first official injury report of the week. Brian Kelly gave an encouraging update on Moore's sprained left ankle on Wednesday, and it appears that LSU's starting center is trending in the right direction to play on Saturday. However, he remains listed as questionable for now.
Tiger fans are hoping that Moore's status is officially upgraded to probable by the end of the week. Getting Moore back would be huge for the LSU offense, as the Tigers struggled to find a groove after he was sidelined after the first play from scrimmage. If Moore is unable to play, DJ Chester figures to step in at center once again.
Hill underwent a procedure last week that required a plate to be inserted into his hand. While that could be problematic for a receiver, Kelly was optimistic that Hill won't be sidelined for long. Hill seems to be progressing well, but his status for Saturday is still up in the air.
Green suffered a sprained MCL against Louisiana Tech, and was seen with a knee brace and crutches on the sideline in the second half. Kelly remains optimistic that Green can return to action quickly, but he remains listed as questionable for Week 3. Green's immense frame and elite athleticism makes him a perfect red zone target for Garrett Nussmeier, and not having him available would be a big loss. Defensive lineman Zion Williams has been ruled out.