Three Top-Ranked Recruits at Their Position Have Committed to This College Football Program
LSU Tigers football is putting together one of the most impressive recruiting classes in the country. The Tigers have commitments from three players ranked No. 1 at their positions, according to Rivals: wide receiver Tristen Keys, athlete Lamar Brown and defensive lineman Richard Anderson.
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That kind of elite talent has helped LSU rise near the top of the 2026 recruiting rankings.
Keys, a five-star pass catcher out of Mississippi, is known for his explosive playmaking and strong hands. Brown, a versatile in-state standout, is widely regarded as the best all-around athlete in the country. On the defensive line, Anderson brings power and quickness to the trenches, rounding out a trio of five-star talent that has LSU fans fired up for the future.
Head coach Brian Kelly is now in a position where expectations are higher than ever. He has been solid in his first few seasons in Baton Rouge, but Kelly is looking to take that next step toward returning LSU to a national championship contender. Landing top-tier recruits is a key part of that vision, and LSU is doing everything it can to support it.
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That includes increased investment in name, image and likeness (NIL) deals. According to Yahoo Sports, LSU's football collective has spent about $12 million over the past three seasons on NIL deals for its roster.
That number is expected to grow, with more donor support and long-term NIL strategies being developed behind the scenes via the school's official collective, Bayou Traditions.
LSU Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13) talks to head coach Brian Kelly.Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
In today's college football landscape, stacking talent is only part of the formula. Programs also need the financial backing to keep players supported and competitive. LSU is clearly making that commitment, as evidenced by the improved early returns in attracting top players.
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With momentum building on the recruiting trail and increased NIL support, LSU looks poised to make a serious push in the immediate future.
Related: 5-Star LSU Commit Posts Two-Word Message After Massive NIL Deal Revealed
Related: Brian Kelly Dealt Blunt Reality Check Amid Growing Hype Around LSU
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
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