Ed Orgeron says LSU DE Arden Key is working hard to regain 2016 form
By Adam Spencer
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After dominating opposing offensive linemen last year, LSU DE/OLB Arden Key shot up 2018 NFL Draft rankings.
However, the potential first-round pick has struggled mightily in limited action this year, recording only 10 tackles and half a sack through four games.
Offseason shoulder surgery slowed down the talented junior, but he has looked like a different player when he’s been on the field this year.
Coach Ed Orgeron isn’t giving up on the star pass rusher, though, saying on Monday that Key is working hard to get back to where he was last year:
More from O on Key: "His pass rush needs to get better, but he's trying his butt off. He's a team player. Wants to do well." #LSU
— TigerDroppings (@TigerDroppings) October 9, 2017
Key racked up an impressive 11 sacks and 12.5 tackles for loss last year, but those numbers appear unreachable for the junior.
However, with a game against a tough Auburn squad looming this weekend, Coach O and the Tigers could use a couple of sacks from their star pass rusher.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
