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17 hours ago
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5-Star LSU Commit Posts Two-Word Message After Massive NIL Deal Revealed
5-Star LSU Commit Posts Two-Word Message After Massive NIL Deal Revealed originally appeared on Athlon Sports. NIL deals are growing larger for college football athletes as brands and schools try to secure partnerships with some of the most talented young athletes in the country. One such deal was struck on Wednesday between five-star LSU wide receiver commitment Tristen Keys and athletic apparel and footwear juggernaut Adidas. Advertisement Keys, a native of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, will earn an estimated $536,000 under the agreement, according to On3's estimate. The exact total of the deal has not been disclosed. Adidas highlighted the deal with Keys on social media with a caption that read "Don't blink or you'll miss the future." Per 247Sports, Keys is the No. 3 player in the country, the top receiver and top player from Mississippi. In response to Adidas' social media announcement, Keys replied, "Gods Plan 🙏🏾." In March, Keys announced his commitment to LSU. He chose the Tigers over offers from Alabama, Tennessee, Auburn, Miami and several other big-time schools. Last year, the 6-foot-2.5, 180-pound receiver caught 40 passes for 839 yards and 12 touchdowns in 10 games played. Advertisement In explaining what would drive his commitment, Keys explained some of it had to do with a school's offensive scheme. Hattiesburg High School wide receiver and LSU Tigers commit Tristen Keys (5).Barbara Gauntt/Clarion Ledger / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images 'I want to play in an air raid offense, for a great staff and in a great environment. I want to be surrounded by the right people,' Keys told On3. 'For me, great relationships with the coaches and the team are important. It is about finding that place I can call home.' In On3's NIL 100, Keys appears at No. 19 on their list of highest NIL valuations among high school athletes. The Tigers are No. 2 on On3's team recruiting rankings for 2026. Keys and defensive lineman Richard Anderson are the Tigers' top commitments thus far. Advertisement Related: Brian Kelly Dealt Blunt Reality Check Amid Growing Hype Around LSU Related: Brian Kelly Delivers Fresh Perspective on SEC Scheduling Model This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
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LSU 5-Star WR Commit Reported to Ink NIL Package Worth up to $1 Million
LSU 5-Star WR Commit Reported to Ink NIL Package Worth up to $1 Million originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Despite already being committed to the LSU Tigers, that hasn't stopped several other big-time programs from pursuing five-star wide receiver recruit Tristen Keys. The Hattiesburg, Mississippi, native is the No. 5 player in the country according to On3, as well as the top wideout and best player in Mississippi. Advertisement In addition to the Tigers, Miami, Tennessee, Alabama, Texas A&M and Auburn are all pushing their NIL budgets to secure the talents of this 6-foot-2.5, 185-pound burgeoning star. Because so many teams are still recruiting Keys, his NIL valuation could push close to $1 million, according to the latest reporting from On3's Pete Nakos. Earlier this month, it was revealed that Keys had secured a NIL agreement with athletic apparel and footwear company Adidas, estimated to be worth over $500,000, according to On3. Keys joined LSU in March over offers from several college football powerhouse programs. In just 10 games played last season as a junior at Hattiesburg (MS), Keys collected 40 passes for 839 yards and 12 touchdowns. Hattiesburg's Tristen Keys (5) returns for the Tigers during play against Grenada in the MHSAA 6A championship game.© Barbara Gauntt/Clarion Ledger / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Per a scouting report from Charles Power posted at On3, Keys is a "contested catch maven who looks like the top wide receiver prospect early in the 2026 cycle," and he "displays a huge catch radius, high-pointing the football and coming down with one-handed grabs." Advertisement Despite not even having enrolled in a college yet, Keys is ranked No. 19 among high school players in the NIL 100, On3's list of estimated NIL values. Keys is one of two five-star recruits committed to LSU, joined by defensive lineman Richard Anderson for the 2026 class. The Tigers also already have seven four-star commitments as well and rank second in On3's team recruiting rankings. Related: 5-Star LSU Commit Posts Two-Word Message After Massive NIL Deal Revealed Related: Garrett Nussmeier Has Hilarious One-Word Reaction to LSU's Social Media Post This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Nation's No. 1 WR Makes Recruiting Decision Despite LSU Commitment
Nation's No. 1 WR Makes Recruiting Decision Despite LSU Commitment originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The LSU Tigers and head coach Brian Kelly have put together an extremely impressive 2026 recruiting class, which features a total of nine commitments, ranking No. 1 in the SEC and No. 2 in the nation. Advertisement Among those players is wide receiver Tristen Keys out of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, who originally pledged to the program on March 19 and has taken just one unofficial visit to Baton Rouge (April 1, 2023). However, it appears that the wide receiver is choosing to keep his options open, because on Thursday, On3's Steve Wiltfong reported that Keys will be taking an official visit with the Tennessee Volunteers this weekend. There's no doubt that the Volunteers are going to do whatever it takes to leave their mark, as On3 Industry Rankings has Keys as a five-star prospect, the No. 1 wide receiver and the No. 5 player in the nation. Advertisement Last season, he was named a MaxPreps Junior All-American after an impressive performance for Hattiesburg High School, hauling in 58 receptions, 1,275 yards and 14 touchdowns. However, Tennessee isn't the only program trying to lure him from LSU, as Keys has already taken an official visit with the Miami Hurricanes on May 30 and the Texas A&M Aggies on June 6. Hattiesburg High School wide receiver and LSU Tigers commit Tristen Keys (5).Barbara Gauntt/Clarion Ledger / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images If Tennessee could get the job done, though, it would be huge for head coach Josh Heupel, as their 2026 recruiting class is slightly less impressive than the Tigers', ranking No. 5 in the SEC and No. 12 in the nation. However, landing a wide receiver isn't an absolute necessity, as they've already received commitments from two in the form of four-star Tyreek King and three-star Tyran Evans. Advertisement Related: Nation's No. 1 Recruit Had No Words for 5-Star Athlete's Miami Post This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
06-06-2025
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5 elite 2026 prospects flock to social media during their Texas A&M visit
5 elite 2026 prospects flock to social media during their Texas A&M visit Texas A&M coach Mike Elko and his staff are currently hosting some of the most talented prospects in the 2026 recruiting class, with a total of 18 prospects making their way to campus on Thursday through Saturday, while some of the more vital prospects, including five-star wide receiver and LSU commit Tristen Keys is still open for business despite his pledge wth the Tigers. Six Texas A&M commits in the 2026 cycle, including wide receiver Aaron Gregory, edge Jordan Carter, running back Jonathan Hatton, quarterback Helaman Casuga, tight end Caleb Tafua, and defensive lineman Jermaine Kinsler, who are all considered "hard" commitments who are expected to sign with the team this winter. However, these official visits are crucial in building a strong relationship with each commit and visitor, knowing that players like Tristen Keys and five-star safety Bralan Womack likely won't return to College Station before their commitments or signing announcements. On Thursday night, several of the visitors, including five-star edge Anthony Jones, four-star cornerback Dorian Barney, and four-star offensive lineman John Turntine, also made their way to campus, sharing their visits via social media (X). 2026 Four-Star OL John Turntine III 2026 Five-Star Edge Anthony Jones 2026 Four-Star WR Aaron Gregory (Texas A&M commit) and Five-Star WR Tristen Keys (LSU commit) with literal goats 2026 Four-Star CB Dorian Barney 2026 Five-Star WR Tristen Keys This is just the start of what's to come this weekend. With the news that former Miami Recruiting Director and assistant wide receiver coach David "Pop" Cooney is now headed to College Station, anything is possible, especially relating to his connection with Tristen Keys and Aaron Gregory. Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Cameron on X: @CameronOhnysty.
USA Today
02-06-2025
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- USA Today
Texas A&M will host 2026 5-star WR and LSU commit for an official visit
Texas A&M will host 2026 5-star WR and LSU commit for an official visit One of the top 2026 prospects just revealed his plans for the summer, which includes several official vists, despite being committed to LSU, as five-star wide receiver Tristen Keys will reportedly take official visits to Alabama, Tennessee, Auburn, LSU and Texas A&M, which isn't extremely surprising, but excellent news for the Aggies regardless. Even after Keys committed to the Tigers, his unofficial visit to College Station back in late March was a good sign, knowing that he has already developed a relationship with coach Mike Elko and wide receiver coach Holmon Wiggins, similar to the strong bond four-star wide receiver commits Aaron Gregory, Madden Williams and Mike Brown have also developed with both coaches. On the field, Keys is as elite as they come from a speed/route running perspective, and is built as a X receiver at 6'2" and 175 pounds, and is coming off what one of the most productive seasons by any 2026 wide receiver prospect after reeling in 58 receptions, 1,275 yards and 14 touchdowns during his 2024 junior season. Under Elko and Wiggins, Texas A&M has already outdone former head coach Jimbo Fisher in recruiting elite wide receivers, led by 2025 five-star signee Jerome Myles, paired with landing current No. 1 wide receiver KC Concepcion from the transfer portal. According to On3, Tristen Keys is the 4th-ranked prospect in the 2026 cycle and the No. 1-ranked wide receiver and prospect in Mississippi. Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Cameron on X: @CameronOhnysty.
