
Hosted by Tingle & Co · EN

LSU Football Recruiting Surge LSU analyst Glen West joined the program to break down Lane Kiffin's white-hot streak on the recruiting trail. Over a single weekend, the Tigers doubled their 2027 class commitments by picking up four pledges in 48 hours: Cade Cooper: A 3-star wide receiver from Texas who committed on Monday.Markez Davis: A 3-star cornerback who also pledged his commitment on Monday. KJ Green & Brennen Lacey: High-profile prospects who committed right before them on Sunday following massive official visits. Why Davey Cites This as the "Death" of the NCAA On the broadcast, Davey used the Sorsby ruling to illustrate how the NCAA has become completely powerless:The Death of Enforceability: Davey and regional sports analysts point out that if a local state judge can instantly wipe away a federal infraction as severe as betting on your own locker room, the NCAA effectively retains zero governing power over college athletics.The "Broken" Infrastructure: The case perfectly highlights Davey's critique of a hyper-monetized system where $5 million athlete valuations collide with an absolute vacuum of centralized authority, legal gridlock, and state-by-state judicial rules. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BROUGHT TO YOU BY: FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK | SOUTHERN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | CAS ROOFING @CASROOFER | RED STICK SPICE @REDSTICKSPICE | GOMART & WARDO'S IN NATCHEZ | F45 | 3 Star RB Commit | Super Regional Baseball LSU football recruiting secured massive momentum over the weekend, adding commitments from five-star edge rusher KJ Green and three-star running back Brennen Lacey to its 2027 class. Senior writer Zack Nagy of Geaux247 highlighted the weekend as a critical turning point for head coach Lane Kiffin's staff after some early-cycle bumps. Football Recruiting Breakthroughs: 5-Star Commitment: KJ Green, a dominant 6-foot-4, 230-pound edge rusher from Stone Mountain, Georgia, committed to LSU. Green ranks as the No. 8 overall prospect in the nation and the No. 2 player at his position. 3-Star Commitment: Brennen Lacey, a multi-talented running back from Frisco, Texas, pledged shortly after his official visit. He gives LSU a versatile developing piece behind a crowded backfield. Class Outlook: These additions bring LSU's 2027 class to six total commitments. They helped offset the recent decommitment of five-star edge rusher Jaiden Bryant, who flipped to Miami.Star Power Visitors: The staff also hosted elite flip targets, including Georgia four-star offensive tackle commit Kelsey Adams and Texas four-star safety commit Karnell "Greedy" James. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LSU sports are dominating the headlines this week with Lane Kiffin’s football program hosting a massive official visit weekend, Jay Johnson’s baseball team landing a major arm in the transfer portal, and Will Wade’s highly anticipated return schedule with LSU basketball taking major shape. LSU Football: High-Profile Recruiting Weekend [1] Lane Kiffin and the LSU staff are maximizing their second major official visit weekend from June 5–7, 2026, heavily focusing on elite defensive talent and potential flips. KJ Green: The premier 5-star edge rusher headlines the visitor list. LSU successfully altered his plans to get him on campus this weekend over Texas, largely due to defensive line coach Sterling Lucas. Flip Watch: The staff is heavily targeting several prospects currently committed to other major programs to pull off a weekend flip. Key Targets on Campus: Other notable blue-chip prospects visiting include Karnell James, Kelsey Adams, Tre Segarra, Nigel Newkirk, Cade Cooper, Tae Walden Jr., and Brennen Lacey. After a disappointing 2026 season where LSU missed the NCAA Tournament, head coach Jay Johnson has quickly gone to work reshaping the roster, locking in his first marquee transfer. [1, 2, 3] Landon Hood (RHP, Gonzaga): LSU officially signed the standout freshman right-hander. Standing at 6-foot-3, Hood features an upper-90s fastball and was named the West Coast Conference Freshman of the Year. He posted a stellar 2.48 ERA, a 0.98 WHIP, and struck out 78 batters over 54.1 innings last season. Dawson Park (SS, Texas State): The Tigers have also secured a vital infield commitment from the former Texas State shortstop to bolster their defensive depth. Roster Clearing: To make room for incoming talent, six players from the 2026 roster have entered the portal, including relief pitchers Mavrick Rizy, DJ Primeaux, and Jaden Noot, alongside infielder Trent Caraway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BROUGHT TO YOU BY: FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK | AJ'S SPORTS CARDS @AJSSPORTSCARDS225BR | CAS ROOFING @CASROOFER | RED STICK SPICE @REDSTICKSPICE | GOMART & WARDO'S IN NATCHEZ | F45 | LSU | The "LSU football recruiting is just fine" narrative is in full swing as new head coach Lane Kiffin heavily builds the 2027 recruiting class. Despite a recent bump with 5-star edge rusher Jaiden Bryant flipping his commitment to Miami, LSU's recruiting momentum remains highly ambitious.Elite Recruiting Weekend: Former head coach Ed Orgeron returned to Baton Rouge in a special assistant role. He joined Kiffin to host a massive weekend featuring four five-star targets: WR Easton Royal (currently a Texas commit Kiffin is heavily pushing to flip), ATH Xavier Sabb, EDGE Abraham Sesay, and DT Jaylen Brewster.Quarterback Commit: Four-star QB Peyton "Pop" Houston turned heads nationally by dominating the Elite 11 regional competitions and showing off elite accuracy.Top Commitments: The 2027 class currently features heavy hitters like 5-star instate tight end Ahmad Hudson, athlete Braylon Calais, and wide receiver Ah'Mari Stevens. SHOW'S S O C I A L M E D I A JOIN OUR DISCORD: / discord WEBSITE: https://tingleco.com/ TWITTA MACHINE: https://x.com/tingle__co INSTAGRAM: / tingle__co CONTACT INFO If you are interested in sponsoring the show, or just need a friend to chat with, please send all requests to: tingle.coshow@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Core Strategic Differences Under Kiffin: Unprecedented Financial Freedom: LSU brass drastically expanded their financial commitments beyond an initial $25–$30 million roster estimate after Kiffin successfully sold a unified, high-stakes vision for immediate success. Heath Schroyer's Impact: As the newly hired Senior Deputy AD from McNeese State, Schroyer brings a hyper-aggressive background in external relations, fundraising, and corporate sponsorships to aggressively fund and support Kiffin’s football machine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LSU Baseball Transfer Portal News following a highly disappointing 30-28 season where LSU missed the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2011, head coach Jay Johnson has begun a massive roster reset. The baseball transfer portal opened on June 1, 2026, and five Tigers immediately announced their departures on Day 1: Trent Caraway: Junior third baseman who struggled to a .243 average after transferring from Oregon State. Mavrick Rizy: A 6'9" sophomore right-handed pitcher who dealt with command issues. Daniel Harden: Reserve junior outfielder searching for more playing time. DJ Primeaux: Longtime left-handed relief pitcher entering as a graduate transfer. Jaden Noot: Right-handed pitcher who saw limited action during the 2026 season. Tingle & Co. One-Year Anniversary. The episode serves as a milestone celebration for The Tingle & Co. Show, marking exactly one year since the brand launched its dedicated Louisiana sports commentary, video shorts, and team coverage platforms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The reunion capitalizes on the NCAA's newly expanded rule allowing up to 16 off-campus recruiters. With Coach O’s legendary recruiting ties to "The Boot" combined with Kiffin's explosive offensive brand, LSU is positioned to dominate the trail. The Massive Recruiting Weekend LineupLSU is hosting a star-studded list of priority blue-chip targets on campus, specifically loading up on five-star talent:Easton Royal: Five-star prospect and the nation's No. 1 wide receiver (currently committed to Texas).Jalen Brewster: Five-star defensive lineman out of Texas (currently committed to Texas Tech).Xavier Sabb: Five-star elite athlete from New Jersey.Abraham Sesay: Four-star standout edge-rusher out of Pennsylvania.Adrian Cole: Highly rated safety prospect from Atlanta, Georgia.Marquez Davis: A length, high-upside cornerback prospect out of Opelousas, Louisiana. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt is on track to be 100% healthy for summer workouts after a major recovery milestone. Head coach Lane Kiffin provided the update during the recent SEC Spring Meetings, while also finding himself at the center of new conference drama. Meanwhile, LSU baseball star Derek Curiel shocked fans by revealing he is actively considering a return to Baton Rouge next season. Sam Leavitt's Health UpdateSpeed Milestone: Coach Kiffin revealed that Leavitt recently clocked 21 MPH on the GPS during running drills.Injury Progression: The senior transfer has been rehabbing a severe Lisfranc foot injury suffered during his 2025 season at Arizona State.Full Clearance: After having pins and screws routinely removed from his foot, he is expected to participate without limitations when preseason camp begins.Impact: As the top-rated quarterback in the transfer portal, Leavitt is locked in as LSU's projected QB1 for the upcoming season. Vanity Fair Backlash: Kiffin is facing a potential SEC reprimand or fine following controversial comments about recruiting differences between Ole Miss and LSU.Racial Comments: Kiffin quoted a recruit's parent in the interview regarding the cultural environment in Oxford vs. Baton Rouge, sparking heavy backlash from former Rebels.Locker Room Accusations: Insiders at Ole Miss have also accused Kiffin of "fighting dirty" by aggressively targeting and tampering with their players late into the transfer cycle.Playoff Tensions: Kiffin openly criticized Ole Miss for not letting him coach them through the College Football Playoff after he accepted the LSU job, claiming the season would have ended with a title had he stayed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New LSU head coach Lane Kiffin is facing a potential formal reprimand, a fine, or both from the Southeastern Conference following controversial comments he made about recruiting at his former school, Ole Miss, in a Vanity Fair article. The issue is a major talking point at the 2026 SEC Spring Meetings in Miramar Beach, Florida. Local Baton Rouge sports director Jacques Doucet and LSU legend Rohan Davey addressed the situation on WAFB's Lane Kiffin Roundtable. Why Lane Kiffin Faces a Reprimand The Controversy: In a profile with Vanity Fair, Kiffin stated that Oxford, Mississippi's history with the Confederacy was a detriment. He claimed recruits told him their grandparents wouldn't let them live there. The Comparison: Kiffin contrasted Ole Miss with LSU, noting that families visiting Baton Rouge praised the campus's diversity and lacked feelings of segregation. SEC Backlash: Officials from both Ole Miss and the SEC have discussed disciplinary action. The league is evaluating if his comments violated conference sportsmanship guidelines. Kiffin's Defense: Speaking to reporters at the SEC Spring Meetings, Kiffin stood firm. He clarified to USA TODAY Sports that he was simply quoting a recruit's parent, rather than stating his own personal opinion. Jacques Doucet & Rohan Davey React On WAFB, former LSU quarterback Rohan Davey joined sports director Jacques Doucet to send a clear message regarding Kiffin's behavior and the immense expectations for the 2026 football season. [1, 2] "Leave Her in the Rearview": Davey issued a stern warning, telling Kiffin it is time to stop talking about Ole Miss. He memorably compared Kiffin's fixation to a "disgruntled girl in the back," adding that old jobs and old programs belong in the rearview mirror. The Floor is the Playoffs: Davey emphasized that LSU has given Kiffin everything he requested, including high-priced staff additions like special assistant Ed Orgeron. Because of these resources, Davey made it clear that making the expanded College Football Playoff is the baseline expectation for Year 1. He warned, "If you don't get in the playoffs, then we got a problem". Looking Ahead The drama will amplify early in the fall season. The SEC 2026 football schedule features a highly anticipated matchup where Kiffin must return to Oxford to face Ole Miss in Week 3. When asked about the hostile reception awaiting him, Kiffin smiled and noted he already has "practice at it" from his infamous return to Tennessee years ago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.