CJ DANIELS NEWS

Leaving LSU Daniels has announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal, Hayes Fawcett of On3.com reports.

Impact Daniels will seek out opportunities with other programs in the portal this offseason after spending the 2024-25 season with the Tigers. The 6-foot-2 senior wideout, who previously appeared with Liberty, has tallied 137 receptions for 2,241 yards and 18 touchdowns across his four-year collegiate career. Daniels will have one year of eligibility remaining and is sure to draw the attention of numerous power-five programs.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Daniels (undisclosed) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against Oklahoma, per the SEC availability report.

Impact Daniels will be active as expected and will look to get going in the finale having recorded four straight games of fewer than five catches. The Liberty transfer has 39 catches for 456 yards for the season.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Probable vs. Oklahoma Daniels (undisclosed) is listed probable for Saturday's game against the Sooners.

Impact Daniels was listed probable last week prior to getting cleared for the game Saturday and should not be in danger of missing this week's matchup. The senior wide receiver has totaled 39 receptions for 456 yards this season across 10 appearances.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Daniels (undisclosed) isn't listed on LSU's final injury report Saturday night.

Impact Daniels was listed as probable on Friday night's injury report, so this ultimately comes as little surprise. The receiver, who has 35 catches for 400 yards this fall, will avoid missing his second game of the season.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as probable Daniels (undisclosed) is listed as probable for LSU's clash with Vanderbilt.

Impact Daniels caught three passes for 32 yards last week against Florida. It's unclear what ailment the wideout is dealing with during prep for Vanderbilt, but he still appears slated to play. The pass-catcher has 35 grabs for 400 yards this season.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Daniels (undisclosed) is not on the injury report ahead of Saturday's matchup with Florida.

Impact Daniels was deemed probable heading into Saturday's road contest, and he'll now officially suit up against the Gators. The senior wideout has 368 yards on 32 receptions in his first year with the Tigers after transferring from Liberty in the offseason.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Saturday Daniels (undisclosed) is probable for Saturday's game against Florida.

Impact Daniels made three catches in his return from a two-game absence in the Week 11 loss to Alabama. The probable tag suggests there should be some caution regarding his availability, but at least early in the week, he might be trending in the right direction. Daniels has hauled in 32 passes for 368 yards across eight games this season, but he's yet to find the end zone.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Catches three passes Saturday Daniels caught all three of his targets for 26 yards during Saturday's loss to Alabama.

Impact Daniels was solid in his return after suffering a leg injury two weeks ago during the team's loss to Texas A&M. He has now hauled in 32 passes for 368 yards across eight games this season.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Saturday Daniels (leg) is warming up ahead of Saturday's matchup versus Alabama, per Koki Riley of NOLA.com.

Impact Daniels suffered a leg injury two weeks ago during the team's loss to Texas A&M but is now closer to making his return. How he fairs in warm ups will likely determine his availability for Saturday's game.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Continued optimism WR will play Daniels (leg) has been described as probable for LSU against Alabama on Saturday and there remains optimism the wideout will be available, Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Daniels was knocked out of the Tigers' clash with Texas A&M, but has had a bye week to recuperate. This report coincides with other reports earlier in the week indicating the receiver should be considered probable. If he does return, he should immediately resume his role as a staple of this LSU passing attack.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Head coach Brian Kelly said that Daniels is probable for Saturday's massive clash versus Alabama, a great sign for the senior. He was injured during Week 9 versus Texas A&M and has not missed any games since the Tigers were just on a bye week. He has 29 catches (on 39 targets) for 342 yards this season.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Daniels (leg) is listed as questionable for LSU's tilt with Alabama on Saturday night.

Impact Daniels was described as doing "much better" by head coach Brian Kelly on Monday, but the wideout has officially been listed as questionable ahead of a monumentally important game against the Crimson Tide. It still appears as if the receiver is leaning towards being available, but LSU might be coy with divulging any information lest Alabama use it to its advantage.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

'Much better,' appears probable Daniels (leg) is doing "much better" this week according to head coach Brian Kelly and figures to be available vs. Alabama, Bryce Koon of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Daniels left LSU's Week 9 game against Texas A&M, but got some time off with the Tigers enjoying a bye in Week 10. Now, he's slated to be available given Kelly's comments, and that's massive for LSU considering its staring down a huge game against Alabama that essentially serves as a playoff elimination game for both programs.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Saturday Daniels won't return to Saturday's game against Texas A&M due to a left leg injury, Wilson Alexander of The Baton Rouge Advocate reports.

Impact Wilson couldn't finish Saturday's contest against the Aggies and was seen with a walking boost on his left leg, so there's some degree of concern there. LSU are on a bye next week, so Daniels' next chance to play will come against Alabama on Nov. 9.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play vs. Texas A&M Daniels (undisclosed) is set to play in Saturday's contest against Texas A&M, 104.5 ESPN reports.

Impact Daniels was seen participating during warmups and will be available after dealing with an undisclosed injury throughout the week. The senior wide receiver has totaled 27 receptions for 325 yards across six appearances this season.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Saturday Daniels (undisclosed) is participating in pregame warmups ahead of Saturday's game at Texas A&M, Michael Cable of WBRZ-TV reports.

Impact Daniels is officially listed as a game-time decision Saturday, and the fact that he's warming up is a good sign for him to suit up. If he is able to go through warmups without a hitch, he should be able to play in the massive matchup versus the Aggies.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Game time decision Saturday Daniels (undisclosed) is a game time decision for Saturday's matchup versus Texas A&M, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.

Impact Daniels popped up on the injury report Thursday with an undisclosed injury and is now in danger of missing Saturday's game. If he ends up being unable to play, Chris Hilton (ankle) will likely see an expanded role in his season debut.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Daniels (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game at Texas A&M.

Impact Daniels popped up on Thursday's injury report and is officially questionable to play Saturday. It would be a big blow for the Tigers if Daniels is unable to suit up. The senior has caught 27 passes for 325 yards this season.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will play as expected Daniels (undisclosed) will suit up against Arkansas, as expected considering the receiver was listed as probable.

Impact Again, this was the expected outcome for Daniels. The wideout was described as having a "really good chance" to return earlier in the week, and Daniels will see his first action since Week 5. The receiver has 20 receptions for 239 yards this fall.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as probable Daniels (undisclosed) is listed as probable on the SEC injury report.

Impact Daniels was described as having a "really good chance" to return earlier this week, so his probable designation isn't surprising. The starting receiver, who's racked up 20 catches for 239 yards this fall, should be set to make his return against Arkansas.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

'Really good chance' to return Daniels reportedly has a "really good chance" to return on Saturday against Arkansas, Cory Diaz of The Daily Advertiser reports.

Impact Daniels missed Week 7 against Mississippi, but he's had a great season up to this point with at least three catches in every game and a total of 20 grabs for 239 yards. The wideout should now be considered probable for LSU's Week 8 tilt against the Razorbacks.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Daniels (undisclosed) will not play Saturday's matchup against Ole Miss, per the team's official injury report.

Impact Daniels was previously listed as doubtful for Saturday's game with an undisclosed injury, but it looks like the senior receiver has been confirmed to be out against the Rebels. The former Liberty transfer has caught 20 passes for 239 yards for the Tigers through five games this season, and with fellow receiver Chris Hilton Jr. also sidelined, the Tigers will be stretched thin at the wide out spot.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to face Ole Miss Daniels (undisclosed) 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 the likely absence of Daniels and Chris Hilton (ankle) will thin the team's depth enormously. Daniels has totaled 20 receptions for 239 yards in his first five appearances with the Tigers, and all these absences mean Zavion Thomas and Javen Nicholas could be in line for bigger roles Saturday.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 7 Daniels (undisclosed) is listed questionable for Saturday's game against Ole Miss.

Impact No previous injury had been disclosed for Daniels, which means he could be dealing with a minor injury. The senior wide receiver has totaled 20 receptions for 239 yards in his first five appearances with the Tigers.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Leading receiver in victory Daniels logged four receptions (on six targets) for 71 yards during Saturday's 44-21 win against Nicholls State.

Impact The Liberty transfer was rather quiet in the season opener, but broke out to lead the squad in receiving for this game. Kyren Lacy still looks like the top option for quarterback Garrett Nussmeier, but Daniels should figure prominently in the passing game as well, including next weekend at South Carolina.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE