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LSU Football Recruiting Update with Glen West | Big Month of July ahead for Kiffin and LSU?
3d ago02:20:30Tap to summarizeLSU football is entering July 2026 on an absolute recruiting heater under head coach Lane Kiffin, coming off a historic June that landed 10 new commitments for the 2027 class. According to analyst Glen West of The Bengal Tiger (On3), Kiffin and his staff have completely erased early-cycle skepticism by aggressively maximizing official visit season and leveraging the addition of recruiting legend Ed Orgeron. With the summer dead period underway, July is locked in as a massive month for the Tigers to secure priority targets and shift toward a defense-heavy finish. The June Surge: Setting the Stage for July After starting the summer with lower-tier class rankings, LSU’s strategy executed perfectly over a strong four-week stretch. June highlights detailed by West and regional recruiting roundups include: [1] Elite Five-Stars secured: Stunned the nation by landing five-star edge rusher KJ Green (Georgia) over rivals Georgia and Alabama, alongside five-star edge Chris Whitehead. [1, 2] In-State dominance: Kept elite local talent home, including four-star running back Trey Martin and five-star tight end Ahmad Hudson. [1, 2] Securing the QB: Maintained the crucial commitment of four-star 2027 quarterback Peyton Houston. [1] Flips and Riser Additions: Landed cornerback Markez Davis, wide receiver Cade Cooper, and successfully flipped wide receiver Gary Burney Jr. from Houston. [1, 2, 3] What Makes July a "Big Month" for Kiffin? July will dictate whether LSU can vault into the top tier of the 2027 team rankings. The staff is pivoting hard to fill specific positional needs on the board: The Defensive Shift: With 11 of LSU's 14 current commitments sitting on the offensive side of the ball, Glen West notes that a defense-heavy finish is inevitable. July decision dates will focus heavily on secondary and defensive line additions. Immediate Targets to Watch: All eyes are on top uncommitted targets and regional stars like safety Jayden Anding, four-star cornerback Greedy James, and defensive weapon Davion Jones. The Five-Star Hunt: Kiffin's staff continues to heavily push for elite targets like Louisiana's number-one prospect, five-star wide receiver Easton Royal (currently a Texas commit). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →#LSU QB Commit Peyton Houston DOMINATES 7v7 | Royal & Brewster Update | LSU P Marcos Paz Hits Portal
4d ago02:17:32Tap to summarizePeyton Houston Dominates The Opening Finals LSU's core 2027 four-star quarterback commit, Peyton Houston, put on a absolute clinic at Nike's HQ during The Opening Finals: Tournament Passing Leader: Houston completed 92 of 116 attempts for 1,004 yards and 14 touchdowns. Offensive MVP: His stellar play leading the Southwest squad to the championship game earned him MVP honors from the tournament staff. Jalen Brewster (5-Star DL, Texas Tech Commit):Ranked as the nation's No. 1 overall prospect by several services, the massive 6-foot-3, 300-pound lineman has officially narrowed his choices down to a final two: Texas Tech and LSU. Brewster announced he plans to make a final decision within the next two weeks to shut down his recruitment before his high school senior season. Marcos Paz Hits the Transfer Portal (Fact Check) Contrary to early internet rumors or video headlines labeling him a football punter, Marcos Paz is actually a freshman right-handed baseball pitcher for LSU who entered the NCAA Transfer Portal on June 26, 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LSU Football CONTINUES to APPLY PRESSURE On The Trail | 2026 Season Expectations | CFB Ratings LSU
1w ago01:57:33Tap to summarizeThe LSU Tigers are maximizing their resources and entering the 2026 college football season with monumental momentum under first-year head coach Lane Kiffin. Between a historic run on the high school recruiting trail, the nation's premier transfer portal class, and high-profile team ratings, Baton Rouge has quickly established itself as a premier destination in the modern NIL landscape. 1. Recruiting Trail: Applying Heavy Pressure Lane Kiffin and his staff have completely caught fire on the recruiting trail, turning June into a historic month for the program.The June Surge: LSU has landed 10 commitments in June alone, showing an elite level of evaluation and closure by the coaching staff.Five-Star Anchors: The momentum exploded on June 7 when five-star edge rusher KJ Green (the No. 6 overall prospect in America) officially shut down his recruitment to pledge to the Tigers.Blue-Chip Additions: LSU also secured a massive victory by landing borderline five-star edge rusher Chris Whitehead, beating out perennial powerhouses Georgia and Ohio State.In-State Priority: The Tigers are locking down the state of Louisiana, building strong traction with top local talent like safety Jayden Anding and keeping foundational tight end Ahmad Hudson committed.2. 2026 Season Expectations: CFP or Bust Following the midseason firing of Brian Kelly last year and the hiring of Kiffin, the expectations in Baton Rouge are sky-high.The Standard: National analysts agree that given Kiffin's massive salary, the school's resources, and a roster containing 59 newcomers (including 43 transfers), the expectation is an immediate College Football Playoff (CFP) appearance.Win Totals: Las Vegas oddsmakers are highly confident in a rapid turnaround, setting LSU’s preseason win total at 8.5 (DraftKings) to 9.5 (FanDuel). Reaching 10 wins is viewed as the benchmark to safely secure a playoff berth.Key Matchups: The Tigers face a grueling schedule that will test their chemistry early. Critical swing games include the season opener against Clemson, followed by heavy SEC matchups against Ole Miss, Alabama, Texas, and Texas A&M.3. CFB Team and Player Ratings LSU enters the season heavily respected both by analytical metrics and mainstream sports media. 247Sports Team Rankings: LSU holds the No. 1 overall roster construction rank for the 2026 cycle with a 354.61 composite score, built on a balance of elite high school prospects and the nation's top portal haul.ESPN SP+ Analytics: The Tigers sit at No. 10 nationally in the overall SP+ projections. While the brand-new offense ranks 21st, defensive coordinator Blake Baker boasts the No. 2 projected defense in the country, anchored by Ole Miss impact transfer linebacker Princewill Umanmielen and Boise State transfer safety Ty Benefield. EA Sports College Football 27: In the newly released video game ratings, LSU is tied as the 7th-best team in the nation with an 88 overall rating. Three Tigers headline the top 10 at their respective positions: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LSU Football Recruiting Update with 247's Zack Nagy | The 2027 Jay Johnson Revenge Tour Begins
1w ago02:05:52Tap to summarizeLSU is experiencing a major recruiting boom across both its football and baseball programs. On the gridiron, head coach Lane Kiffin and newly hired special assistant Ed Orgeron have secured eight commitments in a 10-day stretch for the 2027 cycle. Meanwhile, on the diamond, baseball head coach Jay Johnson is constructing a transfer portal "super team" to fuel a 2027 revenge tour after missing the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Geaux247's Zack Nagy highlights that LSU's recent multi-day official visit weekends have completely shifted momentum for the 2027 class. After a slow start, the staff's efforts have rapidly elevated the Tigers' class profile. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LSU Football Flips Recruit Before The Dead Period And It Shows The Method To The Madness | Could The World Cup Learn A Tingle Or Two From A Louisiana Saturday Night?
2w ago01:48:16Tap to summarizeThe Headline Flip: Gary Burney Jr. The standout news from the weekend was the commitment of Gary Burney Jr., a physical, big-bodied target from Parkway High School in Bossier City, Louisiana. The Background: Burney originally pledged to the Houston Cougars on May 30. Coach Kiffin and wide receivers coach George McDonald brought him in for a final summer official visit, convincing him to flip his pledge on Sunday, June 21. The Profile: Standing between 6'3" and 6'4", Burney brings elite size and track speed to the wide receiver room. He is coming off a massive junior season featuring 76 receptions, 1,367 yards, and 15 touchdowns. The Rest of the Massive June Haul Burney is the 14th commitment in LSU’s red-hot 2027 cycle, ten of which pledged during a loaded month of June. The foundation under Kiffin's new era is being built primarily around explosive playmakers and a dominant trench presence: Five-Star Elite Talent: The class features premium defensive anchors in five-star EDGE K.J. Green (a top-10 national prospect) and borderline five-star EDGE Chris Whitehead, alongside top-ranked tight end Ahmad Hudson. The Future QB: Local star quarterback Peyton "Pop" Houston remains firmly locked in as the premium orchestrator of this offense. What's Next for LSU? With the final official visit weekend wrapped up, the NCAA dead period officially begins today, June 22, and runs through July 31. This means in-person contact is locked down, shifting the staff's focus to long-term strategies and pending decisions. [1, 2] The Easton Royal Flip Watch LSU has one spot left open for a fifth wide receiver in the 2027 class, and the ultimate target is five-star recruit Easton Royal. The New Orleans native and nation's No. 1 WR prospect is currently committed to Texas. Kiffin and legend Ed Orgeron have made significant gains during his recent visits to Baton Rouge, but pulling off this massive in-state flip will likely require a major push on the NIL front. Immediate Commitment Watch Keep an eye on elite four-star running back David Segarra out of South Carolina. He is scheduled to announce his commitment tomorrow, Tuesday, June 23, with LSU heavily in the mix against South Carolina, Indiana, and Stanford. Re-tooling the Defensive Board While June was incredibly successful, the modern recruiting trail remains cutthroat. The staff will use the July dead period to recalibrate their edge board after recently losing five-star defensive commitment Jaiden Bryant, who flipped to Miami. Kiffin will look to counter by maintaining pressure on other premium targets, like surprise weekend visitor and current Texas Tech edge commit Anthony Sweeney. Transitioning to the 2026 Season With summer recruiting essentially in the books, Kiffin’s immediate focus shifts to his team on campus. The Tigers are preparing to reset the standard in Baton Rouge with a completely overhauled roster headlined by transfer portal quarterback Sam Leavitt as they head toward their regular-season opener against Clemson on September 5. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LSU Football's HUGE Final Recruiting Weekend | Easton Royal Update? | Jay Johnson Is Salivating At The Possibility of The MLB Rule Change?
2w ago01:58:41Tap to summarizeLSU Football is heading into its most critical official visit weekend of the summer, while five-star wide receiver Easton Royal remains on high alert as a premier flip candidate, and Jay Johnson aggressively retools LSU Baseball's roster around upcoming MLB Draft pressures. LSU is hosting its final major group of official visitors before the NCAA dead period begins on Monday, June 22. Lane Kiffin and his coaching staff have been on an absolute tear, picking up numerous verbal commitments over the last two weeks alone.This weekend's visitor list includes a powerful mix of solid commits, highly-rated uncommitted targets, and critical flip candidates:Ahmad Hudson: Five-star in-state tight end prospect (LSU Commit).Peyton Houston: Four-star standout quarterback (LSU Commit).Braylon Calais: Dynamic four-star athlete (LSU Commit).Ayden Anding: Highly coveted four-star safety target.Chris and Isaiah Whitehead: The powerhouse brothers from Virginia who recently locked in their commitments to anchor future classes.The goal of the weekend is to lock down the current class foundation and force late decisions from visiting blue-chip defensive and secondary targets before the summer dead period sets in. Easton Royal Update: The Flip Watch Intensifies the pursuit of five-star wide receiver Easton Royal—the nation's No. 1 wideout prospect out of Brother Martin High in New Orleans—has narrowed down to a fierce three-team battle. Though he has been verbally committed to the Texas Longhorns since November 2025, LSU and Florida have thrown substantial wrenches into his recruitment.The Standings: Royal officially eliminated Ole Miss and Tennessee by canceling his scheduled visits, leaving Texas, LSU, and Florida as his final three.LSU's Momentum: Following his official visit to Baton Rouge, sources report LSU made a "very big, significant jump" in his standings. Lane Kiffin has put a full-court press on Royal, leveraging the powerful allure of playing as the ultimate "hometown hero" in Death Valley.What’s Next: Royal spent last weekend evaluating Florida and is spending this weekend (June 19–21) on his final summer official visit at Texas. Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorn staff are taking their big swing to solidify his commitment, after which Royal plans to sit down with his inner circle to make a final decision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LSU Football Adds Two ELITE Pieces to the 2027 Class and One for 2028 | Is Easton Royal Next for Kiffin?
2w ago02:16:54Tap to summarizeLane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers are on an absolute recruiting tear, officially landing a pair of dominant brothers from Virginia to fortify both the 2027 and 2028 classes. 5-star edge rusher Chris Whitehead committed to LSU's 2027 class, followed just hours later by his younger brother, 3-star offensive tackle Isaiah Whitehead, who became LSU's very first commit for the 2028 cycle. Along with the 2027 addition of 4-star interior offensive lineman Terrance Smith earlier in the week, Kiffin has added massive elite pieces to the future of the program.The next mega-target firmly on "flip watch" for LSU is 5-star wide receiver Easton Royal, but Lane Kiffin is fighting to flip him to LSU, not Ole Miss. Kiffin left Ole Miss to take the LSU head coaching job, and he has placed a full-court press on Royal, who is a Louisiana native from New Orleans. LSU's Massive June Recruiting Haul: LSU has picked up immense momentum, securing 10 commitments in June alone: Chris Whitehead (2027 Class): A consensus 5-star edge rusher from Chesterfield, VA. He is ranked as the No. 1 overall player in Virginia and chose the Tigers over Ohio State and South Carolina.Terrance Smith (2027 Class): A highly-coveted 4-star interior offensive lineman standing at 6-foot-7 and 290 pounds, strengthening Kiffin’s protection pocket.Isaiah Whitehead (2028 Class): A 6-foot-4, 325-pound offensive tackle. He locked in his spot with LSU right after his older brother, turning down offers from Georgia, Florida State, and Tennessee to become Kiffin's foundational 2028 pledge. Is Easton Royal Next for Kiffin?The buzz around 5-star wide receiver Easton Royal—the No. 1 wideout in the country—is reaching a boiling point, but the battle lines have changed:The Standings: Royal has officially narrowed his focus down to a final three: Texas Longhorns (where he is verbally committed), LSU, and Florida.Ole Miss Eliminated: Royal recently canceled his scheduled official visits to Ole Miss and Tennessee, completely taking the Rebels out of the running.The LSU Push: Because Royal committed to Texas just one day before Kiffin took over in Baton Rouge, Kiffin has made keeping the in-state superstar home his top priority. Royal visited LSU on May 29, admitting the atmosphere made him "want to suit up right in that moment and run into Death Valley."While Texas still holds his baseline pledge, Kiffin's recruiting momentum has LSU positioned as a major threat to pull off the ultimate flip. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LSU Football Adds ELITE RB Tre Segarra & #1 RB In Louisiana Trey Martin | Jay Johnson is DOMINATING the Transfer Portal
2w ago03:02:34Tap to summarizeLSU has officially secured two major athletic commitments on the same day: right-handed pitcher Diego Velasquez from USC via the baseball transfer portal and elite 4-star running back Tre Segarra to the 2027 football recruiting class. Head coach Jay Johnson and football coach Lane Kiffin both capitalized heavily on recent official campus visits to secure these massive victories. Baseball: Diego Velasquez Transfers from USC. Head coach Jay Johnson revealed on Tiger Rag Radio that Diego Velasquez has committed to the Tigers. He wrapped up his freshman season at USC with multiple years of remaining eligibility. 026 Production: Selected to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team, Velasquez threw 31.2 innings, earning a 5-1 record with a 4.26 ERA. Elite Command: He displayed exceptional control, racking up 34 strikeouts against just 9 walks. He allowed zero walks in 10 of his 15 appearances. Projected Role: Though listed as a two-way player at USC (hitting .167 as an infielder), Johnson noted that Velasquez will focus entirely on pitching. He will initially assume a crucial high-leverage bullpen role before transitioning into a starting pitcher. Portal Momentum: Velasquez is LSU's sixth portal addition and second pitcher this summer, joining Gonzaga right-hander Landon Hood. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →LSU Football Adds 2 ELITE OL Commits w/ Glen West | Sorsby and TX Tech Part Ways w/ Rohan Davey
2w ago02:09:52Tap to summarizeLSU Football Adds 2 Elite OL Commits LSU head coach Lane Kiffin has aggressively built momentum on the recruiting trail. Over a single 24-hour stretch, the Tigers bolstered their trenches by landing two highly touted offensive linemen for their upcoming recruiting classes:Terrance Smith: A 6-foot-7, 290-pound 4-star interior offensive lineman out of Lansdale Catholic in Pennsylvania. LSU beat out major SEC rivals like Auburn and Tennessee to secure his commitment.Amaziah Siale: A massive 6-foot-6, 365-pound offensive tackle from Mission Viejo, originally from Kapaa, Hawaii.On3 recruiting analyst Glen West joined the show to discuss this hot streak, detailing how Kiffin's staff is capitalizing on elite high school talent to lock down foundational pieces for the offensive line. The Brendan Sorsby Controversy & Rohan Davey's Reaction. The second half of the segment addresses the legal storm surrounding Texas Tech transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby. Sorsby admitted to extensive sports wagering, which included placing roughly 40 bets on his own team while playing for Indiana University. Though the NCAA initially ruled him ineligible, a federal judge granted a temporary injunction that briefly cleared him to play in 2026, triggering an unprecedented legal standoff where the Big 12 even filed a federal complaint against its own member school, Texas Tech. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →An ELITE WEEKEND for Lane Kiffin and LSU Football | LSU Baseball | Steven Milam is BACK & Jay Johnson Keeps Pounding The Portal Until It Hurts
3w ago02:07:03Tap to summarizeLSU Football: Lane Kiffin's Elite Recruiting SurgeHead coach Lane Kiffin and special assistant Ed Orgeron have completely shifted momentum on the recruiting trail with back-to-back massive official visit weekends. Marquee Commitments: LSU secured a commitment from 5-star EDGE rusher KJ Green, the No. 8 overall prospect in the country, who canceled his trip to Texas to pledge to the Tigers.. Building a Haul: The Tigers also landed 3-star running back Brennen Lacy, athlete Markez Davis, and receiver Cade Cooper in a blazing 24-hour stretch.Five-Star Target Inbound: Top-two national wide receiver prospect Monshun Sales (currently an Indiana commit) is scheduled for a high-stakes official visit to Baton Rouge on Tuesday, June 16. LSU Baseball: "The Monster" Steven Milam is Back In a stunning victory for head coach Jay Johnson, star shortstop Steven "Monster" Milam officially withdrew his name from the 2026 MLB Draft and will return to Baton Rouge for his senior season in 2027. The Legacy Choice: Despite projecting as a mid-round pick, Milam chose to return to build on his legacy after LSU’s disappointing 2026 postseason miss. Elite Financial Alignment: Milam’s return was heavily secured by a highly competitive NIL valuation package that is expected to net him more than double what he would have made via a minor-league signing bonus. Incredible Track Record: Milam brings back a career .305 batting average, 30 home runs, and an elite .979 career fielding percentage. The Transfer Portal Reload LSU baseball is aggressively fixing its defensive liabilities from the 2026 season by pairing Milam with marquee transfer portal additions. Cade Kurland (Florida): The elite SEC rival infielder committed to LSU and pulled his name from the MLB Draft, pairing with Milam to form a lethal middle-infield duo.Dawson Park (Texas State): An impactful infielder adding immediate depth and a strong bat to the lineup.Bino Waters (Notre Dame): A highly coveted outfielder addition to revamp the Tigers' outfield unit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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