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Nov 23, 2024; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Brian Kelly reacts to a play against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
LSU football coach Brian Kelly repeatedly stated that LSU would take an aggressive approach in the transfer portal following the 2024 season. The Tigers’ showing so far hasn’t disappointed.
With four commitments and a great chance at securing the top transfer prospect, LSU bolstered its roster at key positions. Kelly’s staff needed to bring in proven talents to build a championship roster, and it has taken a step in the right direction.
Two pass catchers in wide receiver Barion Brown and tight end Bauer Sharp, will give quarterback Garrett Nussmeier reliable targets as Kyren Lacy and Mason Taylor had to the NFL. Brown’s versatility and Sharp’s blocking abilities will help the offense take a step forward.
On the defensive side, LSU secured the portal’s No. 9 cornerback in Ja’Keem Jackson, by leaning on an LSU connection. The purple and gold also improved its defensive front with veteran Jimari Butler.
Here is a list of LSU’s portal commitments so far and one it hopes to reel in sooner rather than later.
Georgia Tech WR Eric Singleton
A former Georgia Tech wide receiver, Singleton told On3 that LSU is one of his top five schools. He is the No. 1 ranked transfer in the 2025 cycle, according to 247Sports and On3, and hasn’t set an announcement date for his commitment. In 2024, the sophomore receiver totaled 754 yards from 56 passes, along with 131 rushing yards.
A versatile playmaker, Singleton would make an immediate impact on an LSU team with a depleted receiver room due to Kyren Lacy and Mason Taylor turning pro and a mass exodus to the transfer portal.
Florida CB Ja’Keem Jackson
LSU announced Jackson’s signing on Saturday…
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Author : LSU Tigers Wire
Publish date : 2024-12-15 16:01:00
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