LSU coach Ed Orgeron announced on Monday at his weekly press conference that senior safety Ed Paris is out for the season. Paris was seen before LSU's game against Syracuse with a large knee brace on his left leg.

The Arlington, Texas native is eligible for a medical redshirt that could bring him back for a fifth season in Baton Rouge. LSU will pursue that redshirt for Paris through the NCAA. In 40 career games, Battle has 25 tackles and five pass breakups.

Eric Monroe and John Battle were two options that Orgeron noted that could step up at safety. Battle though is also hurt currently, but Orgeron said he expects the senior to play on Saturday against Troy.

The Tigers and Troy kickoff on Saturday inside Tiger Stadium at 6 p.m. on ESPNU.

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