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USA Today
24-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
What are LSU football's chances of landing five-star offensive lineman Darius Gray?
LSU football is trending towards a commitment from one of the 2026 cycle's best offensive linemen. Per Rivals' Prediction Machine, five-star Darius Gray has a 51.1% chance to land with the Tigers. South Carolina trails with a 32.5% chance. Gray's top five also includes Clemson, Tennessee, and Ohio State. Should Gray choose LSU, he would be the fifth five-star commitment and the fifth offensive lineman in the Tigers' class. It currently ranks fifth in the SEC and eighth nationally in Rivals' Industry Rankings. 247Sports is the highest on Gray. The outlet has him as the best player out of Virginia and at his position as well as No. 16 overall. Rivals slots him at No. 22 overall and No. 2 from his home state. LSU was favorited to land the Richmond, VA native for multiple weeks but head coach Brian Kelly and his staff must continue making him a priority. He isn't expected to commit before the start of his senior season at St. Christopher's School.
USA Today
30-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Where On3 and 247Sports predict elite Louisiana recruit Lamar Brown will commit
Top 2026 target Lamar Brown is under two weeks away from a scheduled announcement regarding his future plans. LSU football is one of four finalists for Louisiana's No. 1 prospect alongside Texas A&M, Florida State and Miami. Brown is listed as an athlete due to his talent on both sides of the ball, but he expressed the desire to play defensive line in college. On3 and 247 Sports are split on their predictions for where Brown will end up. On3's Prediction Machine gives the Tigers an 86.5% chance of securing Brown, while 247 Sports gives the Aggies an edge. Letting the six-foot-four, 285-pounder leave the state would be a blow to LSU's recruiting efforts to close out the 2026 cycle. Head coach Brian Kelly's staff built the current group on keeping recruits in LSU's backyard at home while hitting on top prospects around the region. Should Brown choose his home state school, he would be the third five-star prospect alongside wide receiver Tristen Keys and defensive lineman Richard Anderson. LSU's 2026 class ranks sixth nationally and third in the SEC, according to On3's Industry Rankings.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Key LSU football recruiting target reveals commitment date and finalists
LSU football 2026 target Emanuel Ruffin will announce his college choice on July 4, according to a post from his social media account on Tuesday. The four-star defensive lineman's top two are Ohio State and LSU. He made official visits to each, Baton Rouge on May 30 and Columbus on June 6. The two schools emerged as his favorites amid a host of Power Four offers, and On3's Prediction Machine lists the Tigers as the favorites. Advertisement 247 Sports ranks Ruffin the highest out o the major recruiting outlets, slotting him at No. 117 overall and No. 19 at his position. On3's Industry Rankings put the six-foot-3.5, 290 pounder at No. 31 among defensive linemen. Ruffin would be the second defensive line commitment for LSU in the 2026 cycle, joining five-star Richard Anderson. The Tigers' class currently ranks second in the SEC and fifth nationally with 10 commitments, 90% of which are blue chips. Head coach Brian Kelly's staff needs new momentum on the recruiting trail following the loss of top quarterback target Bowe Bentley to Oklahoma. Securing Ruffin would provide a spark for the Tigers heading deeper into the summer. This article originally appeared on LSU Wire: Key LSU football recruiting target reveals commitment date
USA Today
25-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Key LSU football recruiting target reveals commitment date and finalists
LSU football 2026 target Emanuel Ruffin will announce his college choice on July 4, according to a post from his social media account on Tuesday. The four-star defensive lineman's top two are Ohio State and LSU. He made official visits to each, Baton Rouge on May 30 and Columbus on June 6. The two schools emerged as his favorites amid a host of Power Four offers, and On3's Prediction Machine lists the Tigers as the favorites. 247 Sports ranks Ruffin the highest out o the major recruiting outlets, slotting him at No. 117 overall and No. 19 at his position. On3's Industry Rankings put the six-foot-3.5, 290 pounder at No. 31 among defensive linemen. Ruffin would be the second defensive line commitment for LSU in the 2026 cycle, joining five-star Richard Anderson. The Tigers' class currently ranks second in the SEC and fifth nationally with 10 commitments, 90% of which are blue chips. Head coach Brian Kelly's staff needs new momentum on the recruiting trail following the loss of top quarterback target Bowe Bentley to Oklahoma. Securing Ruffin would provide a spark for the Tigers heading deeper into the summer.
USA Today
24-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
LSU football offers rising California QB after Tigers' miss on top QB target
After missing on its top quarterback in the 2026 class, LSU football made an offer to Bryson Beaver. The Murrieta, CA native made a social media post thanking head coach Brian Kelly and offensive coordinator Joe Sloan for the consideration. "Looking forward to learning more about what makes LSU such a great place," Beaver said. "GEAUX TIGERS." The news comes days after the cycle's No. 7 quarterback Bowe Bentley committed to Oklahoma. He had the Sooners and the Tigers as his top two, but opted to head to Norman. With few top passers remaining uncommitted, Kelly and his staff needed to pivot quickly. A three-star prospect, Beaver is slotted at No. 55 at his position and No. 78 out of California by On3's Industry Rankings. In the last week, he picked up an offer from Auburn and made an official visit to Oregon. Beaver made a large jump in the eyes of scouts after his performance as one of the top passers at the Elite 11. He was originally committed to Boise State, but late traction led him to reconsider. On3's Prediction Machine lists the Ducks as the favorite.
