Joe Burrow-to-LSU an example of a big topic for Southeastern Conference: 'Transfers issues'

Ohio State quarterback Joe Burrow drops back to pass against Nebraska during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State won 62-3. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete) ORG XMIT: OHJL121

At 9:37 a.m. on May 8 — 90 minutes before Ohio State quarterback Joe Burrow announced his intentions to transfer — an LSU athletic department employee received an email from his counterpart at Ohio State.

“I hope all is well in Baton Rouge,” the email read. “Attached is a permission to contact letter for Joe Burrow.