It hasn’t been long since Tyrann Mathieu was kicked off of the LSU football squad and it looks like the “Honey Badger” could already have a new home. Reports are indicating that Mathieu will be staying in the state of Louisiana and transferring to McNeese State University.

If the reports are correct, it is a huge gain for the McNeese Cowboys. They add an All-American and last year’s Heisman Trophy finalist to their defensive backfield. Mathieu’s former teammate Josh Jasper posted the news on Twitter:

Mathieu grew up attending St. Augustine High School in New Orleans and stayed close to home when he enrolled at LSU. The 20-year-old will still be close to home at McNeese State, which is located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. It is a smart move for Mathieu to stay close to his support system as he tries to regroup and resurrect his college football career.

Despite the dismissal from LSU, Mathieu is still viewed as a third or fourth-round pick among NFL personnel. He enters the season as one of the most dynamic backs in college football and he will have every chance to shine against the lower level competition McNeese faces. Here is a look at the McNeese schedule:

Sept. 1, at Middle Tennessee State

Sept. 8, McMurry

Sept. 15, at Weber State

Sept. 22, at Southeastern Louisiana

Sept. 29, Northwestern State

Oct. 13, Central Arkansas

Oct. 20, at Sam Houston State

Oct. 27, Stephen F. Austin

Nov. 3, at Nicholls State

Nov. 10, at UTSA

Nov. 17, Lamar

The McNeese Cowboys went 6-5 in 2011 — ending their season on a three game win streak. The Honey Badger gives them a great chance at improving their record.

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