LSU defensive tackle Travonte Valentine is preparing to transfer from the program after reportedly failing multiple drug tests and missing a significant number of classes.
Jim Kleinpeter of the Times-Picayune reports Valentine was late to join the Tigers last fall due to academic issues. He eventually started to practice with the team in October but was absent from spring practice earlier this year.
LSU sports information director Michael Bonnette confirmed the defender's exit to the Times-Picayune.
"He's no longer part of the program; I just talked to Coach (Les) Miles today," Bonnette said.