Two More LSU Tigers Announce Their Return For Senior Seasons

On the final day underclassmen could declare for the NFL draft, two LSU Tigers announced they're returning for their senior seasons.

Junior linebacker Kendell Beckwith and junior cornerback/punt returner Tre'Davious White both shared their decisions today in statements released by the school.

“After a lot of prayer and careful consideration about the 2016 NFL Draft, and after speaking with my family and Coach Miles at great lengths, I have decided to return to LSU for my senior season," said Beckwith.

"I feel as if I have a lot of unfinished business here at LSU. I want to give a special thank you to my family and friends who have been extremely supportive in helping me achieve my goals and especially during this decision. They'll continue to be an important part of my journey and I'm so grateful for their guidance and love. I have made friendships and memories that will last a lifetime here at LSU, and I'm so humbled to even be in the position that I am today. Tiger stadium is without a doubt the best place on Earth to play college football and I cannot wait to be back there on Saturdays in front of our unbelievable fans.”

White's message was similar.

“After a lot of prayer and careful consideration about the 2016 NFL Draft, and after speaking with my family and Coach Miles at great lengths, I have decided to return to LSU for my senior season. I feel as if I have a lot of unfinished business here at LSU. I want to give a special thank you to my family and friends who have been extremely supportive in helping me achieve my goals and especially during this decision," explained White.

"They'll continue to be an important part of my journey and I'm so grateful for their guidance and love. I have made friendships and memories that will last a lifetime here at LSU, and I'm so humbled to even be in the position that I am today. Tiger stadium is without a doubt the best place on Earth to play college football and I cannot wait to be back there on Saturdays in front of our unbelievable fans.”

Over the lsat 4 seasons, LSU has had 23 underclassmen declare for the NFL draft, foregoing their eligibility.

This year, it appears only one player, offensive tackle Jerald Hawkins, will be leaving early.

“These are special guys,” LSU coach Les Miles said in a University press release. “They have a real fondness and enjoyment for this football team. They are leaders; Kendell makes all the calls from the Mike linebacker spot and Tre’Davious wears No. 18, which has always been the mark of a leader."