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USA Today
3 days ago
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- USA Today
LSU football wide receiver commit remains top ranked pass catcher in new rankings
LSU wide receiver commit Tristen Keys was named the best at his position in the initial Rivals300 rankings for the 2026 recruiting class. Keys, the only five-star prospect on the list, leads a top five of uncommitted Jase Mathews, Clemson's Naeem Burroughs, Alabama's Cederian Morgan, and Oregon's Messiah Hampton. There are four committed to play at SEC schools in the top 10. Keys committed to LSU in March. The Hattiesburg, MS native is the top recruit out of Mississippi and No. 7 overall, per RIvals' Industry Rankings. He chose the Tigers over Ole Miss, USC, and Alabama. While he took other official visits following his commitment, Keys stuck with LSU since his initial announcement. He is one of three wide receivers in the Tigers' 2026 class, in addition to Kenny Darby and Jabari Mack. LSU ranks eighth nationally and fifth in the SEC for the 2026 cycle, per Rivals' Industry Rankings. Here are the top 10 wide receivers in the Rivals300 rankings.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Three Top-Ranked Recruits at Their Position Have Committed to This College Football Program
Three Top-Ranked Recruits at Their Position Have Committed to This College Football Program originally appeared on Athlon Sports. 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. Advertisement 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. Advertisement 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 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. Advertisement 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.
USA Today
07-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
SEC recruiting rankings after Alabama landed multiple 5-star commitments
The Georgia Bulldogs have the SEC's best recruiting class following a dominant recruiting run in June. The Bulldogs' most recent commitment is from four-star tight end Brayden Fogle. No other SEC team has more commitments than Georgia's 27. However, the average Georgia commitment is not as highly ranked as the average Alabama Crimson Tide or LSU Tigers commit. LSU leads the SEC with an average commitment rating of 93.62. The Tigers notably have a commitment from the nation's No. 1 wide receiver recruit, Tristen Keys. LSU's recruiting class is still ranked behind Alabama, who has the SEC's most (and nation's most) commitments from five-star recruits after an impressive recruiting streak in late June and early July. The Crimson Tide recently added commitments from five-star defensive back Jireh Edwards and five-star wide receiver Cederian Morgan. Alabama and head coach Kalen DeBoer are positioned to have a chance to sign the nation's top recruiting class in the 2026 cycle. Contrarily, Alabama's in-state rival, the Auburn Tigers, is struggling on the recruiting trail. Head coach Hugh Freeze's uncertain future is a big factor in why the Tigers have the SEC's worst recruiting class. Auburn appears to be waiting to see how the 2025 season goes before committing significant resources to their class of 2026. The Tigers are currently ranked lower than teams like Idaho, Texas State and Tulsa. Auburn will finish the recruiting cycle ranked higher than all those non-Power Four teams, but the Tigers are not off to a good start. SEC class of 2026 recruiting rankings All recruiting rankings are according to 247Sports as of July 7.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Five-Star Tristen Keys Pledges to 2026 Navy All-American Bowl
Wide receiver Tristen Keys (Hattiesburg, MS/ Hattiesburg High School), the five-star prosect has officially accepted his invitation to the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl. Having been selected to play in the twenty sixth edition of the Navy All-American Bowl, Keys will play in the annual East vs. West matchup on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. The Bowl will be nationally televised, live on NBC at 1:00 PM ET, and will feature the nation's top 100 high school football players. Keys was selected by the Navy All-American Bowl Selection Committee, comprised of the All-American Bowl, 247Sports, and NXGN. Navy All-Americans are eligible for the Navy All-American Bowl Player of the Year Award, Anthony Muñoz Lineman of the Year Award, Navy All-American Bowl Defensive Player of the Year Award, Navy All-American Bowl Man of the Year, and Navy All-American Bowl Game MVP Award. Advertisement Only 100 football players receive the honor of wearing the Navy All-American Bowl jersey each year. The 2026 Navy All-American Bowl from the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, will be presented live on NBC and Peacock. About the All-American Bowl As an NBC Sports-owned property, the All-American Bowl is part of a marquee lineup of elite events that includes the Olympics and Paralympics, the Premier League, and primetime's #1 show for an unprecedented 13 consecutive years: Sunday Night Football. The All-American Bowl is annually the most-watched, most-talked about, and most-prestigious high school all-star event with more than four million unique television viewers and more than 25,000 fans in attendance. The history and tradition of the All-American Bowl is unparalleled, as it features: 631 draft picks; 103 Super Bowl champions; 274 Pro Bowl selections; and 18 Heisman finalists. For more information, visit or follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram (@AABonNBC).
NBC Sports
01-07-2025
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- NBC Sports
Five-Star Tristen Keys Pledges to 2026 Navy All-American Bowl
Wide receiver Tristen Keys (Hattiesburg, MS/ Hattiesburg High School), the five-star prosect has officially accepted his invitation to the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl. Having been selected to play in the twenty sixth edition of the Navy All-American Bowl, Keys will play in the annual East vs. West matchup on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. The Bowl will be nationally televised, live on NBC at 1:00 PM ET, and will feature the nation's top 100 high school football players. When You Ball, We Take Notice ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tristen Keys (@Tkgot5) will be playing in the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl.#NavyAAB 🇺🇸 @AmericasNavy Keys was selected by the Navy All-American Bowl Selection Committee, comprised of the All-American Bowl, 247Sports, and NXGN. Navy All-Americans are eligible for the Navy All-American Bowl Player of the Year Award, Anthony Muñoz Lineman of the Year Award, Navy All-American Bowl Defensive Player of the Year Award, Navy All-American Bowl Man of the Year, and Navy All-American Bowl Game MVP Award. Only 100 football players receive the honor of wearing the Navy All-American Bowl jersey each year. The 2026 Navy All-American Bowl from the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, will be presented live on NBC and Peacock. About the All-American Bowl As an NBC Sports-owned property, the All-American Bowl is part of a marquee lineup of elite events that includes the Olympics and Paralympics, the Premier League, and primetime's #1 show for an unprecedented 13 consecutive years: Sunday Night Football. The All-American Bowl is annually the most-watched, most-talked about, and most-prestigious high school all-star event with more than four million unique television viewers and more than 25,000 fans in attendance. The history and tradition of the All-American Bowl is unparalleled, as it features: 631 draft picks; 103 Super Bowl champions; 274 Pro Bowl selections; and 18 Heisman finalists. For more information, visit or follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram (@AABonNBC).
