Report: LSU Loses Maason Smith To Torn ACL

The LSU Tigers are losing a key member of their defensive line.

ESPN reports defensive tackle Maason Smith suffered a torn ACL in Sunday's 24-23 loss to Florida State.

Smith is expected to miss the rest of the season due to the injury.

The sophomore was injured during the first defensive drive of the game and didn't return.

Smith was expected to take a larger role this season after racking up 19 tackles and four sacks in 2021.