LSU DC Blake Baker has his unit turning the corner at the perfect time.
National Rankings:
Team Sacks: 7th
Red Zone Defense: 18th
Scoring Defense: 35th
Total Defense: 67th
The players have bought into his philosophy.
A dive into how Baker's done it:
When
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landed a commitment from the No. 1 player in America, Bryce Underwood, it sent shockwaves across the recruiting scene.
Now, the Tigers are keeping their foot on the gas for his services.
LSU traveled up to Michigan on Friday to visit their QB:
The paperwork is in.
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has signed the No. 1 player in Louisiana: Dominick McKinley.
The 5-star DL has put pen to paper on National Signing Day with Brian Kelly's program securing the top prospect from the Bayou State.
More on McKinley:
The No. 1 player in America will be in Baton Rouge on Friday: Jahkeem Stewart.
Brian Kelly and Co. are set to roll out the red carpet for the program-changing prospect.
The 5-star DL has
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firmly in the mix with his recruitment heating up:
News:
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is set to hire Missouri defensive coordinator Blake Baker.
Baker makes his return to Baton Rouge after two years away from the program.
More on the hire and what’s to come:
Corey Raymond continues making an impact for
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on the recruiting trail.
On Tuesday,
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will host the No. 1 safety in America for a visit to Baton Rouge: DJ Pickett.
More on the five-star 2025 prospect and what the visit means for the Tigers:
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will host the No. 1 WR in the 2027 cycle this weekend: Ethan "Boobie" Feaster.
The coveted sophomore flaunts an offer list of over 40 schools and will now make a return trip to Baton Rouge on Saturday.
More on Feaster and his recruitment process:
Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels' life changed when he made the decision to transfer to LSU.
Now, after two years in the Bayou State, he's earned the most prestigious honor in America.
The decision to move to Baton Rouge changed it all.
On Daniels:
Brian Kelly and the
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Tigers are dominating the 2025 cycle and the class continues getting even stronger.
On Tuesday, the No. 3 player in Louisiana revealed his pledge to the Bayou Bengals.
4-star OL Devin Harper has committed to
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:
The Wide Receiver Haul:
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wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton is the mastermind behind continuing the tradition of elite wideouts in Baton Rouge.
In December, the Bayou Bengals added four more receivers to the program.
A look into the haul:
News: He's back.
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is finalizing a deal with Corey Raymond to return to Baton Rouge as the defensive backs coach.
An architect to "DBU" heads back to Louisiana.
More on Raymond and the defensive hires LSU has made:
Kim Mulkey has done it again. The reigning National Champions have signed the No. 1 player in Louisiana.
Jada Richard is a Tiger after putting pen to paper on Wednesday.
On the latest member of Mulkey's squad:
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OT Lance Heard earned a spot on the Freshman All-SEC Team, the league announced on Thursday.
Heard made a statement in Year 1 with more to come in the near future.
More on Heard and the future of the Tigers’ OL room:
After reeling in a commitment from the No. 1 RB in America, Harlem Berry,
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put its foot on the gas for their next target in the backfield.
The Tigers continue pushing for the No. 2 RB in Louisiana: James Simon.
This week, LSU dropped in for a visit:
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QB Jayden Daniels is a semifinalist for one of the most prestigious awards in college football: The Walter Camp Player of the Year Award.
On Daniels' heroic season and the other semifinalists:
When looking towards building a culture in Baton Rouge, it starts with securing Louisiana's top players.
Brian Kelly believes it's a pillar to success for
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.
Now, the Tigers have secured 8 of the Bayou State's Top 10 players in the 2024 cycle:
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offensive line coach Brad Davis is the architect behind another impressive recruiting class headlined by 5-star Weston Davis.
Now, all his commitments have put pen to paper.
Who did the Tigers sign?
The LSU Offensive Line Haul:
The top target remaining on
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's 2024 Big Board is set to reveal a college decision on Friday.
Four-star DL Gabriel Reliford will choose between LSU and USC.
Now, LSU Country has logged a prediction for who will win out on the Reliford Sweepstakes:
Last week, 4-star EDGE Damien Shanklin closed his recruitment and doubled down on his commitment to
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.
Now, he’s become one of the Tigers’ most influential pledges in the 2025 class as a key recruiter.
“I’m 1000% committed.”
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QB Jayden Daniels has inked his first national endorsement deal after partnering with Powerade this week.
Daniels is one of five college football players to sign with the sports drink company.
On Daniels' deal and a look into the campaign:
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QB Garrett Nussmeier has waited his turn to lead the Tigers as the starting signal-caller.
After three years in the purple and gold, his opportunity has come, and he doesn't take it for granted.
Nussmeier opened up on trusting the process:
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rolled out the red carpet for several elite 2025 prospects on Saturday with major news coming in for the program.
The Bayou Bengals landed a commitment from the No. 3 CB in America: Jaboree Antoine.
The No. 2 prospect in Louisiana is a Tiger.
Recruits React:
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finalized a deal with Corey Raymond to return as the program's defensive backs coach.
Now, LSU targets and signees are raving about the addition to the staff.
A look into a few recruits reactions after news broke of Raymond's return:
The No. 1 quarterback in America has released his final seven schools as
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continues turning up the heat for their top 2025 target.
On the Tigers' competition for the top player in the country:
Brian Kelly and Co. are bringing in an SEC standout for a visit to Baton Rouge.
The Mississippi State transfer is on campus as he evaluates his options.
More on the visit:
The rise of
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CB Ashton Stamps has been the talk of the town during Fall Camp.
He’s worked diligently in the weight room, focused on technique and is now flying up the depth chart.
On Stamps’ rise:
Newcomer Profile:
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RB Caden Durham adds a different element to the running back room in Baton Rouge.
The speedster out of the Lone Star State looks to make a name for himself in Year 1 with the program.
A dive into Durham’s game:
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is set to host another impressive visitor this weekend. The Tigers will bring in the No. 1 IOL in America: Micah DeBose.
The former Georgia commit will make his way to Death Valley to meet with Brad Davis and Co.
More on his visit and what it means:
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commit Keylan Moses officially visited both Oregon and Texas A&M this summer.
After both program pushed for the Louisiana native to flip, he's shutdown his recruitment.
Moses will remain in The Boot.
More on the coveted linebacker's decision:
LOOK:
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hosted the No. 1 prospect in America last week for an unofficial visit: Aaliyah Chavez.
The top-ranked recruit in the 2025 class had a photoshoot with Kim Mulkey, Mikaylah Williams and more.
A look into the visit and where the Tigers stand:
The No. 1 player in America will be in Las Vegas for
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vs. USC: Jahkeem Stewart.
The Louisiana native will hop on a flight and make his way in for the pivotal Week 1 matchup.
More on Stewart, his recruitment and the importance of the trip:
Kim Mulkey hopped on a flight to Chicago over the weekend to check in on the No. 1 prospect in America: Aaliyah Chavez.
Then, the top-ranked 2025 prospect scored 34 points with her in attendance.
The latest on
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’s top target:
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currently holds a commitment from the No. 1 WR in Louisiana.
Now, they’re ramping up their push for a 5-star, Top 10 wideout in America.
The Tigers are turning up the heat for Derek Meadows with a decision date inching closer:
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will bring in the No. 1 cornerback in America for a visit to Baton Rouge next weekend.
The latest on Corey Raymond's top target as he navigates a visit schedule with the Tigers getting the first look this spring:
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will have dual-sport phenom Jonah Williams back in Baton Rouge this weekend for an unofficial visit.
The No. 1 safety in America is at the top of the Tigers' 2025 Big Board where the program will get another crack this weekend.
On LSU's pitch:
The Recap:
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guard Hailey Van Lith pieced together a complete performance against Florida to give the Tigers a 106-66 victory over the Gators on Sunday.
On a dominant day in Baton Rouge for Kim Mulkey‘s squad:
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will host 5-star DL commit Dominick McKinley for an official visit to Baton Rouge this weekend.
McKinley, the No. 1 player in Louisiana, committed to the Tigers on New Year's Eve.
More on the visit and who will join him on campus:
News:
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has landed a commitment from four-star safety CJ Jimcoily.
The 6'3, 210-pounder joins the Bayou Bengals' No. 3 Recruiting Class in America.
The Tigers add a versatile weapon to the defensive backfield.
More on Jimcoily and his game:
Brian Kelly and the
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staff are seeing their recruiting efforts pay off early.
The 2024 Recruiting Class has been thrown in the fire early this season with the true freshmen excited about the future.
"We all just want to put on for LSU."
Harold Perkins took the country by storm in Year 1 in Baton Rouge with the chance to continue his excellence in Year 2.
Perkins and Maason Smith headline a talented
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defense with several players ready to emerge.
Projecting LSU's Defensive Depth Chart
Brian Kelly has made several key moves this offseason as he revamps his staff. On Friday, he reeled in another impressive addition.
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will bring back Austin Thomas after a two-year stint with the Ole Miss Rebels.
On Thomas' role and what to expect:
Brian Kelly has retooled the entire
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staff as he gears up for Year 3 in Baton Rouge.
A handful of defensive hires and a few tweaks on offense has the Tigers' staff filled out.
More on the new-look group under Kelly after Wednesday's news:
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vs. Alabama will be the main attraction in Week 10 with ESPN's College GameDay also heading to Tuscaloosa.
More on the showdown and national attention its receiving as "Alabama Week" inches closer:
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's Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. are semifinalists for one of the most prestigious awards in college football: The Biletnikoff Award.
The award is given to the nation's top pass catcher.
On the pair of Tigers making history:
News:
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has landed a commitment from the No. 5 safety in America: Aiden Hall.
The Louisiana native will remain in The Boot after revealing his pledge to Brian Kelly and Co.
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adds another 2026 star to the mix:
The No. 1 cornerback in America will be in Baton Rouge this weekend: DJ Pickett.
The 5-star
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commit will make a return trip to Death Valley to check in on the Tigers' matchup against UCLA on Saturday.
More on the importance of the trip to The Boot:
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DE Dashawn Womack is a physical specimen with measurables that jump off of the page as a true freshman.
He’s impressed during camp with the chance to make an impact in Year 1.
On Womack’s potential:
Harold Perkins headlines an
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defense that is quickly hitting its stride ahead of 2023 season.
Perkins and Oregon State transfer Omar Speights look to become a one-two punch at linebacker.
The Linebacker Evaluations:
News:
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has successfully flipped former Texas Longhorns commit Brandon Brown.
The four-star defensive lineman is a Tiger after pledging to Brian Kelly and the Bayou Bengals on Friday.
Kelly and Co. remain scorching hot on the recruiting trail:
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QB Jayden Daniels has won the 2023 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award. The first of many honors Daniels will take home.
Daniels joins Joe Burrow as the only Tigers to earn the coveted honor.
More on Daniels and his historic season in Baton Rouge.
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is trending for one of the top 2024 prospects remaining on the board.
Gabriel Reliford, a Top 100, 4-star DL, is fresh off of an official visit to Baton Rouge.
Now, the Tigers are making their push to seal the deal.
On the Reliford Sweepstakes:
Breaking: Jalen Brown, the top uncommitted wide receiver in the Class of 2023, announces his commitment to
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.
The Tigers continue to be one of the hottest teams on the recruiting trail, securing commit No. 7 this month with no signs of slowing down.
Former
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star Paul Skenes is taking Major League Baseball by storm in Year 1 with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Now, he’s the heavy favorite to win the NL Rookie of the Year.
A look into Skenes’ historic run through 10 MLB starts:
Brian Kelly and Co. are trending for the No. 1 quarterback in America as a decision date begins inching closer.
More on the Bryce Underwood Sweepstakes and what the experts are saying:
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RB Josh Williams confirmed Monday afternoon that he will return to Baton Rouge for the 2023 season, he announced on The Jordy Culotta Show.
The Tigers return their starting running back for another season, providing additional depth going forward.
News:
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has landed a commitment from the No. 2 rated cornerback in Louisiana: Aidan Anding.
The prized defensive back will remain in The Boot to suit up for the Bayou Bengals.
"The best in The Boot stay in The Boot."
The Summary:
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added the No. 1 prospect in Louisiana on National Signing Day: Dominick McKinley.
The Tigers finish with a Top 5 class in the 2024 cycle with a handful of headliners.
A rundown on the newest Bayou Bengals:
Will Campbell headlines an
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offensive line that has the chance to be special in Death Valley this fall.
With several returning talents and five-star Zalance Heard showing flashes, this unit is hitting its stride.
The Offensive Line Evaluations:
Brian Kelly secured another impressive hire after adding defensive line coach Bo Davis to his staff on Wednesday.
Now, he's shared his thoughts on the move and what Davis provides
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.
More on the hiring of the defensive mastermind:
News:
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remains scorching hot on the recruiting trail after landing a commitment from Top 10 EDGE Damien Shanklin.
The No. 1 prospect out of Indiana is a Tiger.
Shanklin commits to LSU over Alabama and Ohio State.
More on Shanklin:
Brian Kelly and Co. sent shockwaves across the country after reeling in a commitment from the No. 1 player in America: Bryce Underwood.
Now, the top quarterback in the country has set a return trip to The Boot.
More on Underwood's next trip down South:
Newcomer Profile:
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five-star freshman Dominick McKinley has an opportunity to make a name for himself in Baton Rouge in Year 1.
After bulking up nearly 35 pounds this offseason, the top-ranked Louisiana prospect is turning heads.
More on McKinley:
It was the Angel Reese Show on Thursday night in the PMAC with a near triple-double leading
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past Texas A&M 87-70.
All five starters scored in double figures once again.
More on another key SEC win in Baton Rouge:
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remains in pursuit of five-star ATH Terry Bussey with less than 24 hours until a decision is revealed.
Now, Bussey has locked in a time for Wednesday's National Signing Day.
A look into his decision time and what to know:
Brian Kelly: "Malik Nabers is the best wide receiver in the country."
Kelly dove into why Nabers is the top wideout in America and the key reasons his WR1 should win the Biletnikoff Award.
A look into what Kelly said on Monday:
Recruits React 2.0: The Bayou Splash event had
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commits and targets blown away during their time in Baton Rouge.
From the pool party to bonding with future teammates, it was another productive stretch down South.
The latest from the prospects:
Read:
LOOK: Kim Mulkey continues making sure her players are treated like royalty, and after unveiling a new locker room on Tuesday, it's clear her team is being treated as such.
A look into the new
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WBB locker room:
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guard Hailey Van Lith will star in the latest Adidas campaign that will air during both the men's and women's NCAA Tournaments.
Van Lith remains one of the faces of the sneaker giant as they continue taking strides in the NIL space:
The Jayden Daniels-Malik Nabers connection took America by storm during the 2023 season.
Now, the
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duo continues seeing their 2024 NFL Draft stocks soar.
The Athletic's Mock Draft 1.0 has the tandem as Top 10 picks.
More on their draft status:
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will have the No. 1 WR in Louisiana on campus this Friday: Jabari Mack.
The coveted 2026 star makes his return trip to Baton Rouge with the Tigers turning up the heat.
More on Mack, his recruitment and who he’ll be accompanied by:
Predictions:
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QB Jayden Daniels will run out of the tunnel in Tiger Stadium one final time with the Bayou Bengals hosting Texas A&M on Senior Day.
A look into what Brian Kelly said, best bets and a score prediction for Saturday against the Aggies:
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is reaping the benefits of elite recruiter Corey Raymond back in Baton Rouge.
Raymond has made an immediate impact on the recruiting trail since his return to Death Valley.
Now, the No. 1 CB will officially visit.
More on the visit and the push:
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will bring the No. 1 QB in America back to Baton Rouge this weekend with Bryce Underwood set to arrive.
The 5-star phenom will compete in LSU’s Friday Night Lights Camp.
More on Underwood, the visit and others expected in town on Friday:
Commitment Alert:
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has landed a commitment from the No. 7 prospect in Louisiana: Richard Anderson.
The four-star defensive lineman revealed his decision on Friday night while in Baton Rouge.
Bo Davis lands a big-time DL to jumpstart the 2026 cycle:
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is set to host the No. 1 ATH in America for a midweek visit with Terry Bussey making his way to Baton Rouge.
The Bayou Bengals continue pushing for the top player remaining on their 2024 Big Board.
On Bussey's recruitment and the upcoming visit:
The Cornerback Haul: Brian Kelly and the Tigers put focus on retooling the secondary through the 2024 recruiting class.
Last week, four cornerbacks put pen to paper, officially becoming members of the program.
The 2024 Cornerback Haul:
The
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Coaching Search: Brian Kelly has knocked it out of the park with his first two defensive staff hires in Blake Baker and Bo Davis.
With the pair of coaches on board, what's next for Kelly and his staff?
The Latest in Kelly's Coaching Search:
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has put an emphasis on locking down Louisiana on the recruiting trail as Brian Kelly's program shifts focus to the 2025 cycle.
Now, the Bayou Bengals are trending for The Boot's No. 3 prospect.
More on the Tigers' push for one of the state's finest:
Meet the Newcomers:
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welcomed several early enrollees, a JUCO addition and six transfers as they dial in for the spring semester.
Meet the 20 additions to the Tigers' roster:
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has dished out an offer to the No. 1 quarterback in America: Elijah Haven.
The Baton Rouge native, and top-ranked signal-caller in the 2027 class, received the call on Friday night.
More on the meaning of the offer and Haven's recruitment process:
Notebook: Brian Kelly has a plan when it comes to utilizing Harold Perkins' skill set and opponents "must account for him at all times".
Kelly dove into Perkins' role, two Louisiana natives handling return duties and more on Monday.
The Takeaways:
Newcomer Profile:
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freshman Weston Davis has the opportunity to be up next for the purple and gold.
The five-star offensive lineman continues to impress during his first offseason in Baton Rouge.
More on Davis and his relationship with Brad Davis:
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added a commitment from former Ohio State cornerback Jyaire Brown on Thursday night.
The Louisiana native returns home to suit up for the purple and gold.
On Brown's commitment and the Tigers' portal additions so far:
Jay Johnson and the
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Tigers are reloaded for the 2024 season headlined by freshman Cam Johnson and a top Transfer Portal class.
The Tigers came in at No. 5 in the Collegiate Baseball Magazine recruiting rankings.
A deep dive into the newcomers:
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Transfer Portal: Brian Kelly and Co. continue pursuing several Louisiana natives with moves coming sooner rather than later.
A new name has been added to the list.
The Louisiana Portal Targets 2.0:
In a quarterback room full of SEC experience, freshman Garrett Nussmeier is not only holding his own but thriving in LSU’s offense
How he’s impressed the coaching staff and teammates during spring ball
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RB commit Harlem Berry is set to wear a pair of customized LSU cleats for his senior campaign.
The No. 1 RB in America is up to 6’0, 185 pounds as he looks to cap off a dominant prep career.
A look into the cleats and his senior season goals:
The Buzz: It's a huge day for
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football with the program hosting a pair of 5-star prospects for midweek visits.
The Tigers have the No. 1 ATH in America, Terry Bussey, in Baton Rouge for his final visit to campus.
More on Bussey and the visitors:
News: The first Transfer Portal domino has fallen for Brian Kelly and the Tigers.
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has landed a commitment from former Texas A&M safety Jardin Gilbert.
The Louisiana native fills a position of need for the Tigers and is portal pledge No. 1.
Newcomer Profile:
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safety Dashawn Spears was an eye-catcher during spring ball as an early-enrollee.
Now, he’s looking to make an immediate impact in Year 1 with the Tigers as he continues a strong offseason.
The youngster continues turning heads:
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WBB target Me'Arah O'Neal has set her commitment date as the Early Signing Period approaches.
The daughter of LSU great Shaquille O'Neal has taken a visit to Baton Rouge this year with a decision date now locked in.
On O'Neal and her finalists:
The 2025 recruiting cycle has the chance to be special for the
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Tigers.
On Christmas Day, Louisiana's No. 1 CB in the class included
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among his finalists.
More on Jaboree Antoine's top schools:
Flip Watch:
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is pushing for a cornerback committed to another SEC program.
What’s the latest on the pursuit of the Lone Star State defensive back?
The Buzz:
The No. 4 wide receiver in America has arrived in Baton Rouge for another unofficial visit: Jaime Ffrench.
The Top 5 wideout in the 2025 class is back in The Boot for
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's Bayou Splash event set to take place on Friday.
More on Ffrench's recruitment:
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freshman phenom Trey’Dez Green adds a different element to the tight end room in Baton Rouge.
The dual-sport star provides the Tigers with an athletic, versatile prospect who can do it all on the gridiron.
More on Green and what the 5-star brings:
Matt McMahon made a splash on Day 1 of the Early Signing Period after receiving signatures from the No. 5 PG in America and a Top 60 prospect in the 2024 class.
Curtis Givens and Robert Miller III are officially Tigers.
On
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's signees:
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QB Jayden Daniels looks to solidify his Heisman case against Georgia State on Saturday night in Death Valley.
A preview of the matchup and all you need to know ahead of tonight's contest:
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CB Javien Toviano has taken on a major role for the Tigers' defense in Year 1 with the program.
Now, as his freshman campaign nears the finish line, he's proud of the way the youngsters competed each week.
On Toviano's first season in Baton Rouge:
Brian Kelly understands the importance of locking down Louisiana on the recruiting trail.
Now,
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has signed 10 of the Bayou State's Top 12 players, setting the tone for the future.
Kelly harped on the importance of securing the state's top talent:
Christmas Eve Tidbits:
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remains in the hunt for the No. 1 quarterback in America: Bryce Underwood.
The top 2025 signal-caller's Jan. 6 decision date is inching closer with a number of schools pushing.
The latest on Underwood, a recent visit and more:
The Five-Star Visitors:
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is preparing for the biggest recruiting weekend of the summer.
Headlined by the No. 1 safety in America making his way to town, it’s a star-studded visitors list.
A look into a few five-stars heading to Baton Rouge: