#22 Colby Richardson Season 2022
Graduate transfer defensive back from McNeese … In position to see plenty of action at cornerback as part of LSU’s rotation at that position … Made an impression during training camp with his consistent play at cornerback and has positioned himself to be someone counted on in 2022 … Took advantage of LSU’s world class nutrition and strength program and added over 25 pounds of weight/muscle to his frame since arriving on campus over the summer … Big and physical cornerback who consistently makes plays … Could be a break-out player for LSU in 2022 … Comes to the LSU with 27 games of experience at the FCS level … Four-year starter at McNeese where he played for current LSU running backs coach Frank Wilson.
SENIOR SEASON (2021 at McNeese)
Played in 10 games, all starts, at cornerback … Recorded 22 tackles, a sack and a pair of interceptions …
Intercepted pass in season-opener against West Florida … Started at cornerback against LSU in Tiger Stadium and recorded 3 tackles … Had 5 tackles in first meeting vs. Incarnate Word … Returned an interception 37 yards in second meeting of the season against Incarnate Word.
JUNIOR SEASON (Spring 2021 at McNeese)
Starter in all 7 games … Recorded 15 tackles with 1 interception and 3 pass break-ups … Picked off his only pass of the season against Nicholls late in the game to seal a 43-31 win over the 11th-ranked Colonels.
SOPHOMORE SEASON (2019 at McNeese)
Saw limited action due to injuries … Appeared in 3 games with 2 starts at cornerback … Recorded 7 tackles … Added 1 tackle for loss and recovered a fumble … Had 4 tackles, a forced fumble and fumble recovery in win over Southern in season-opener … Starts came against Oklahoma State and Alcorn State.
REDSHIRT FRESHMAN SEASON (2018 at McNeese)
Played in 7 games, starting 4 times … Capped season with 13 tackles, 3 pass break ups and a forced fumble … Best game came against Southeastern Louisiana with 4 tackles.
FRESHMAN SEASON (2017 at McNeese)
Redshirted as a true freshman in 2017.
HIGH SCHOOL
All-around athlete, playing cornerback, wide receiver and quarterback positions during his senior season at McMain High School in New Orleans … Two-time first team all-district … Threw for 435 yards and 6 touchdowns … Caught 20 passes for 385 yards and 4 TDs … Rushed for 670 yards rushing and 5 touchdowns … On defense as a junior, totaled 35 tackles, 1 interception, and 3 forced fumbles … Also returned a kickoff for a touchdown during his prep career … As a freshman starting receiver, caught 36 passes for 645 yards and 5 TDs … Ran 100, 200, 4×100 and 4×200 in track and field.