LSU Players to Serve at Baton Rouge Raising Cane's
Four LSU football players will work a shift at the Highland Road restaurant this Thursday to celebrate a recent win.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Dining Out
On Thursday, October 22, 2026, four LSU football players will trade their jerseys for aprons to serve food at a Raising Cane's location. The players will staff the Highland Road restaurant from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Why it matters
The public event serves as a celebration following the team's shutout victory over Mississippi State. Fans are invited to participate in the festivities by visiting the restaurant and wearing purple and gold.
A total of 4 LSU football players are scheduled to work the front counter and drive-thru for a one-hour shift. This public event will take place at the Raising Cane's on Highland Road.
The players
Sam Leavitt
He is an LSU football player participating in the promotional event.
Jordan Seaton
He is an LSU football player serving food at the Highland Road location.
Winston Watkins Jr.
He is an LSU football player who will assist customers at the restaurant.
Jordan Ross
He is an LSU football player taking part in the celebration at Raising Cane's.
Todd Graves
He is the founder of the restaurant chain Raising Cane's who will work alongside the athletes.
The details
Sam Leavitt, Jordan Seaton, Winston Watkins Jr., and Jordan Ross will be joined behind the counter by Raising Cane's founder Todd Graves. Attendees are encouraged to show their school spirit by wearing purple and gold apparel while visiting the restaurant.
Timeline
The players will work their shift on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
The service event takes place from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Culture Shift
This appearance follows the pattern set by the NCAA's Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) monetization policies that allow student-athletes to engage in local brand partnerships. Such events mark a shift in how college athletes interact with their local communities and business ecosystems.
Residents in Baton Rouge can visit the Highland Road location during the lunch hour to interact with the players. Fans planning to attend should expect potential crowd volume and are encouraged to wear team colors.
The takeaway
This event offers fans a unique opportunity to engage with team members outside of the stadium environment. Supporters should arrive early during the scheduled hour to ensure they catch the players during their guest service shift.
Further reading
For more on local culinary happenings, see Dining Out.
