We’re going to mix those guys up: Cordale Flott, Jay Ward if he’s available," Orgeron said. If the doctors say he can play, if Derek says he can play, if momma and daddy says it's OK, he's going to play. That included the national title game when LSU held Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence without a passing TD for the only time in 2019 and just the second time of his career. You can tell," Peterson said. There was no watching any other football than Vanderbilt film, something the unit really bought into and based off of the improved play, might be something Stevens tries to continue as the Tigers prepare for Missouri this week. 20 LSU (1-0) plays at Vanderbilt (0-1) at 6:30 p.m. Saturday. If not, he won't.". The 6-foot-3, 339-pound Destrehan High graduated moved inside from defensive end, where he recorded 20 tackles, 2½ tackles for loss and 1½ sacks in 2019. Stingley’s impact was far-reaching, as his presence on the field makes opposing quarterbacks think twice about throwing his way, allowing the front four to have more success as well. Disclosure: These are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, The Advocate may earn a commission on purchases made via clicks on those links. He is out for today's season opener. Register today for free or log in to access this premium article. It’s always nice to have Stingley back. “I had the opportunity to work out with Stingley last year, the year while I was suspended. But I expect him back as early as maybe tomorrow. “We do have a lot a nickel. But when you look at the success Todd Harris and Elias Ricks had, it's hard not to think that Stingley's presence made an impact. Whoops. The secondary wanted to prove to other SEC teams that while Week 1 was a struggle, it was an anomaly, an adjustment that was poorly executed when it learned 12 hours before kickoff it’d likely have to play without the best corner in college football. Zac Wassink is a football and futbol aficionado who is a PFWA member and is probably yelling about Tottenham Hotspur at the moment. The senior did not dress out for the Mississippi State game on Saturday. All-American LSU cornerback Derek Stingley, who spent Friday night in a hospital with an illness, could return to the team as soon as Tuesday, coach Ed Orgeron told reporters. And that hesitation gives our front four time to get there. LSU is still waiting for medical clearance for Stingley, who missed Saturday's game due to an "acute illness" unrelated to COVID-19, a school press release said. "Derek isn't going to be there. He was named a consensus All-American and 2019 SEC Newcomer of the Year, as well as First-Team All-SEC by the Associated Press. "That's the thing I've seen most from him, it's that hunger and that drive to be better. All-American LSU cornerback Derek Stingley, who spent Friday night in a hospital with an illness, could return to the team as soon as Tuesday, coach Ed Orgeron told reporters. LSU corner Jay Ward played Saturday after surgery on torn meniscus, Ed Orgeron says, Derek Stingley Sr. shares moments from LSU's star corner's 'scary' Friday night in hospital, Follow live: LSU players talk about Myles Brennan's 'bounce back,' Derek Stingley's return, How a 'hesitant' Myles Brennan can improve as LSU's QB; 'It's a matter of making the decision', Inside the practical mind of JaCoby Stevens, LSU's 'machine'-like leader and safety. “I put all of us on punishment, because of how we performed last Saturday. There was a problem saving your notification. “Derek Stingley Jr. became acutely ill last night and was evaluated overnight in the hospital. Chanted for Matt Harvey to start the ninth inning of Game 5 of the 2015 World Series at Citi Field. Register today for free or log in to access this premium article. Among the best athletes in the 2019 cycle and has eye-popping combine testing numbers to his credit. Stingley was 0-for-1 with a pass breakup when Seals targeted him on Saturday night. Breaking: LSU Tigers Star Derek Stingley Was Hospitalized. He was also a consensus All-American, earning first-team honors from the AP, American Football Coaches Association, The Sporting News, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, and USA Today. Derek Stingley has received his fair share of preseason hype from national pundits, coaches and teammates alike ahead of the 2020 season. 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