Former LSU linebacker Zavier Carter transfers to UNLV

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Zavier Carter, a four-star prospect in the 2021 signing class, has transferred to UNLV.

The former LSU linebacker will have two seasons plus redshirt year with the Runnin’ Rebels.

The 6-foot-4, 193-pound Atlanta, Georgia product appeared in 18 games for the Tigers, accumulating 9.0 tackles and a sack against Purdue in the recent Citrus Bowl.

Carter has struggled maintaining adequate weight. Slippery as a pass rusher, he was buried on the depth chart during his time at LSU and was seeking more playing time.

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Born and raised in the New Orleans area, Rene Nadeau has been involved in sports ever since his earliest memories. Rene played basketball, wrestled, ran track, and was an All-District running back in football at John F. Kennedy High School. He went on to be a member of the LSU football program, developing a passion for the game in even…

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