CHRIS HILTON JR. NEWS

Scores twice in triumph Hilton caught all two targets for 85 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 37-17 win versus Oklahoma.

Impact This was by far the best outing of the season for Hilton, who began the year with an ankle injury and did not see the field until late-October. Combine with with a very public tongue-lashing from coach Brian Kelly, and it will be interesting to see if he stays with the program for LSU's bowl game and beyond.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Could see increased play Saturday Hilton could see an increase in snaps during Saturday's game versus Alabama, but is still expected to be limited, Wilson Alexander of The Baton Rouge Advocate reports.

Impact Hilton made his debut in Week 9 and saw six targets, catching two passes for 36 yards. He may see an increased number of snaps versus Alabama but is still expected to be limited since he missed so much time with an ankle injury.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

With second-string unit in warmups Hilton is working with the second-string offense ahead of Saturday's game versus Texas A&M, 104.5 ESPN reports.

Impact While Hilton was seemingly in line to secure a starting role at wide receiver prior to the season, he's missed a lot of time and has fallen out of the starting group upon his return to action. Hilton could still see his share of snaps Saturday, but it doesn't appear he'll be a starter.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Will make debut Saturday Hilton (ankle) is set to play Saturday versus Texas A&M, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.

Impact Hilton will make his season debut after missing the first seven game of the season. He could be in line for a bigger role right away as CJ Daniels (undisclosed) is considered a game time decision.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Hilton (ankle) has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's game at Texas A&M.

Impact Hilton has struggled with a nagging ankle injury all season long, but he logged a full practice Thursday and is trending in the right direction to make his long-awaited season debut Saturday. The wideout made 13 catches for 225 yards and two touchdowns across eight games during his most recent healthy season in 2023.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Thursday Hilton (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice and could make his season debut this weekend against Texas A&M, Shea Dixon of On3Sports.com reports.

Impact Hilton has not yet seen the field this year, as he's been recovering from an ankle injury he suffered back in August. The 6-foot wide receiver could make an immediate impact on the Tigers' passing game if he plays this Saturday, but the morning before kickoff should provide a better indication on his availability.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Aggies Hilton (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against Texas A&M.

Impact Hilton has yet to play this season. He's been listed as questionable to return for several weeks, so this ultimately means very little. Hopefully, more will be revealed about the receiver's status prior to the Tigers' primetime clash in College Station.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Hilton (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game at Arkansas, Scott Rabalais of The Baton Rouge Advocate reports.

Impact Head coach Brian Kelly announced that Hilton will miss yet another game with an ankle injury. He has not played in a game yet this season. If he misses next Saturday's game at Texas A&M he would be eligible for a redshirt with just four regular season games remaining after the contest with the Aggies.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Arkansas Hilton (ankle) is listed out for Saturday's game against the Razorbacks.

Impact Hilton will continue to be held out as he recovers from an ankle injury that has refrained him from making his season debut. The 6-foot wide receiver will aim to be available for next week's game against Texas A&M.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Status day-to-day Hilton (ankle) is day-to-day, Cory Diaz of The Daily Advertiser reports.

Impact Hilton's injury status being day-to-day indicates he could be available for games soon. Ideally, it will become evident by the time the SEC's injury reports come out. Hilton has yet to play a game for the 2024 Tigers this season, missing out on what could have been a breakout campaign for him thus far.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Hilton (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against Ole Miss.

Impact As expected, the Tigers will be shorthanded for this SEC clash against the Rebels since they'll also miss CJ Daniels (undisclosed) and Kyle Parker (undisclosed). Hilton has 13 catches for 225 yards and two scores this season, so his absence will be significant for the Tigers. His next chance to play will come against Arkansas on Oct. 19.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful Hilton (ankle) has been downgraded to doubtful and is not expected to play Saturday against Ole Miss, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact All signs point to LSU being extremely shorthanded on offense for Saturday's marquee matchup, as CJ Daniels (undisclosed) is also unlikely to play, while Kyle Parker will miss the rest of the season with an undisclosed injury. Hilton has 13 catches for 225 yards and two scores this season, so his absence will be significant for the Tigers.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Ole Miss Hilton (ankle) is listed questionable for Saturday's game against Mississippi.

Impact Hilton has yet to make his season debut as he continues to work his way back from an ankle injury. The redshirt junior wide receiver has been close to playing in previous weeks, but should he be held out again, the 6-foot pass-catcher will aim to be back for next week's contest against Arkansas.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

In street clothes during warmups Hilton (ankle) is in street clothes ahead of Saturday's game versus South Alabama, suggesting he will miss the contest, Reed Darcey of The Advocate reports.

Impact Hilton was considered probable leading up to the contest, so his expected absence seemingly doesn't bode well for his chances of suiting up after all. the junior has been battling an ankle injury, and he'll likely use the week to continue to rest it.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Saturday Hilton (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game versus South Alabama, Glen West of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Head coach Brian Kelly gave the update on Hilton, who has not yet played this season due to an ankle injury. Hilton was also considered probable last week and did not end up playing.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Saturday Hilton (ankle) did not play in LSU's 34-17 win over UCLA on Saturday, though coaches say he could have a chance to return next week, per Wilson Alexander of The Baton Rouge Advocat...

Impact Hilton was listed as a game-time decision prior to Saturday's contest, though he was unable to play. The redshirt junior has yet to appear in a game for the Tigers in 2024 after suffering an ankle injury in preseason. Hilton is expected to return for Saturday's matchup against South Alabama, though his status will be worth monitoring throughout the week.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Will return in limited capacity Hilton (ankle) is set to make his 2024 debut this week, albeit in a limited capacity, Zach Nagy of SI.com reports.

Impact Hilton was deemed probable by head coach Brian Kelly earlier this week, so this isn't much of a surprise. Still, Hilton shouldn't have much of a role this week against the Bruins as he's slowly incorporated back into the lineup. "We're going to get him on the field, but it's going to be like getting a toe in the water," Kelly said. Thus, this is a good sign for Hilton's overall availability in the future, but he won't have much fantasy relevance this week.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed probable Hilton is probable to play this week against UCLA, Glen West of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hilton's status update reportedly came directly from head coach Brian Kelly. It sounds as if the wideout is trending towards playing his first game this season, and if he's indeed able to return from his ankle injury, he should slide right in alongside starters Kyren Lacy and CJ Daniels.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Saturday Hilton (ankle) is not expected to play against South Carolina on Saturday, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.

Impact Hilton ran on the sidelines during practice Thursday and reached a speed that head coach Brian Kelly said indicated that he's making progress. However, he'll miss his third consecutive game as he works his way back to full speed.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Making progress with ankle Hilton (ankle) is making progress on his injury, Wilson Alexander of The Baton Rouge Advocate reports.

Impact Hilton ran on the sidelines during practice Thursday and reached a speed that head coach Brian Kelly said indicated that he's making progress. It's unclear what this means for Hilton's status for Saturday's game, but regardless it's a positive sign that his ankle injury is healing.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. South Carolina Hilton (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Saturday's contest against the Gamecocks.

Impact Hilton had been listed as day-to-day in previous reports and has officially been deemed questionable for this matchup as he tends to an ankle injury. More news regarding his status should surface in the upcoming days.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as day-to-day Hilton is listed as day-to-day on LSU's injury report, Bryce Koon of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hilton has yet to play this season, but appears to be trending in the right direction with his day-to-day distinction. It took until Thursday of Week 2 for the wideout to be ruled out of that game, so this decision could once again come down to the 11th hour. If Hilton does indeed re-insert himself into the Tigers' lineup, he should immediately assume a role as one of their top receivers.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as day-to-day Hilton is listed as day-to-day on LSU's injury report, Bryce Koon of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hilton has yet to play this season, but appears to be trending in the right direction with his day-to-day distinction. It took until Thursday of Week 2 for the wideout to be ruled out of that game, so this decision could once again come down to the 11th hour. If Hilton does indeed re-insert himself into the Tigers' lineup, he should immediately assume a role as one of their top receivers.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out for Week 2 Hilton (ankle) is out for LSU's Week 2 contest against Nichols, Glen West of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hilton was deemed out by head coach Brian Kelly on Thursday. It'll mark the receiver's second-straight missed contest due to an ankle injury. That should open the door for Aaron Anderson, who recorded five catches for 64 yards and a score in the opener against USC, to continue to see the field regularly. Zavion Thomas could also be a benefactor from Hilton's absence.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Hilton (ankle) isn't listed on LSU's Week 2 injury report, Bryce Koon of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hilton isn't listed on LSU's injury report, but that doesn't necessarily mean the receiver is a lock to play this week. Tigers' head coach Brian Kelly said of Hilton: "He's running. If he was an OL, he's playing...we'll see how he goes through the week. I want to make sure he's 100 percent before we put him back out there," per Scott Rabalais of The Baton Rouge Advocate. The receiver is a firm questionable heading into LSU's Week 2 clash with Nichols.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE