Five former LSU football players took a step toward joining the pro ranks. The players who signed free-agent contracts Monday—one day after the conclusion of the NFL Draft—are linebacker Darry Beckwith with the San Diego Chargers, defensive tackle Marlon Favorite with the Carolina Panthers, defensive end Kirston Pittman with the St. Louis Rams, center Brett Helms with the Houston Texans and defensive end Tremaine Johnson with the Minnesota Vikings. Six former Tigers were drafted Saturday and Sunday, a class that was led by defensive end Tyson Jackson, who was picked third overall by the Kansas City Chiefs.
Five former Tigers sign free-agent deals
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