LSU safety Sage Ryan to enter NCAA transfer portal

LSU safety Sage Ryan will enter the NCAA transfer portal, he announced on his social media accounts on Thursday.

Ryan is a redshirt junior who has been a multi-year contributor for the Tigers, playing in a ton of games and at multiple positions. He’ll be coveted for that versatility.

“After prayers and conversations with my family, I have decided to enter my name in the transfer portal with 1 season remaining of eligibility,” Ryan wrote.

Ryan is coming off his most productive season yet. In 2024, Ryan tallied 42 tackles, 2.0 tackles for a loss, a sack, three forced fumbles, an interception and six passes defended.

In total, he has played in 43 career games with 21 starts. He thanked the LSU staff on his way out for the opportunity provided.

“I would also like to thank the LSU Coaching Staff for allowing a homegrown student-athlete to chase his goals and dreams,” Sage Ryan wrote. “I want to also extend my gratitude to the LSU Support Staff and Media Team.

“To my Brothers/Teammates, over the past three seasons, we have built unbreakable bonds that will last forever. I appreciate you guys for pushing me to the max and making me better every day.”

Ryan exits LSU with plenty of production.

His career totals are 113 tackles, 6.5 tackles for a loss, a sack, five forced fumbles, an interception and 14 passes defended. Quite a bit of quality production in one of college football’s toughest conferences.

The talented defensive back also thanked his family and the LSU faithful on his way out.

“To my parents, mentors, and friends, I am truly grateful and blessed to have amazing people pour into me. …” Sage Ryan wrote. “Lastly, I want to thank Tiger Nation for making this special place feel like my home since my arrival.”