[Cam Parker]

Coming up at approximately 11 a.m., LSU head coach Brian Kelly kicks off the SEC coaches teleconference. Billy Napier will join the call for his portion at 11:20.Follow along for live updates from both coaches as their team’s are set to meet on Saturday in the Swamp.

[Cam Parker]

Brian Kelly has joined the call.

Kelly said that the team is excited for the challenge of another SEC opponent after their disappointing loss to Tennessee last week. He praised Richardson and Napier in his opening statement.

[Cam Parker]

LSU has had multiple players-only meetings the past few weeks:

“You can have a lot of emotions after a loss like (Tennessee). The most important emotion is that you care.”

Said that the guys have shown they care with these meetings and they want to continue to work to be better.

“I applaud them. I think it’s outstanding they have the right emotions.”

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On what he’s learned about the SEC in his first six games: “Good players, great coaching and good venues.”

Said that they have to be ready for distractions such as environment, but be prepared for great personnel. Said that there’s no better conference to be in.

Adds that nothing really surprised him, but he learned that the margin for error is extremely small.

“Average won’t win you games here.”

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On Jayden Daniels winning the QB job in the offseason: Said that experience and a solid camp performance won the job. His completion percentage stood out.

On the loss to Tennessee, said that it wasn’t all on Daniels and the entire team/coaching staff need to be better.

“It’s about stepping forward.”

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On the LSU-Florida rivalry: Said that since it’s a game played every year, the team gets excited to play every year.

Adds that as he continues to coach in the league, he continues to learn more and more about the history of each rivalry.

[Cam Parker]

Although he wasn’t the coach, Brian Kelly discussed Richardson’s performance against LSU last season.

Said it was a breakout performance for a young quarterback. Adds that his skills are extremely similar to Hendon Hooker, and they will need to do everything to contain him. Gave credit to the UF OL and RB for contributing to his play as well.

Kelly is done. Napier will join at 11:20.

[Cam Parker]

Napier is here.

On what’s surprised him about the team: “Ultimately, I don’t know if we live in that world.” Said that he and the staff are very self-aware of the team and want to focus on improving the process in getting the team ready to play.

“Ultimately, it’s been a lot of fun.”

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On the big recruiting weekend: Said that in-season visits are difficult because the coaches are mostly focused on the current team’s performance rather than the next team. Said that it’s a balance.

On his time in Lafayette, specifically his final game at UL: Said it was an awesome experience due to the people there and the program they built together.

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On Ventrell Miller’s work to return from injury: “I do think that’s one of the things that probably gets overlooked.”

Said that the preparation from the offseason to the end of the season is incredible considering you only get so many games. Add injury recovery to that.

“There’s no question that it requires toughness, both mentally and physically.”

Back to recruiting: Napier said that with the bye week next week, the coaches will have a greater opportunity to spend more time with recruits.

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On his team’s identity through six games: Said that the ability to compete, playing tough and not playing scared stand out. Adds that the players are extremely loyal to each other.

[Cam Parker]

Napier is done. Next media availability: tonight at 6:30 (Napier and select players).

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