LSU lands five-star DL Lamar Brown over Texas A&M, others
The Tigers score a big recruiting win, keeping Lamar Brown home
Five-star defensive lineman Lamar Brown made his decision on Thursday, as the U-High (LA) standout chose LSU over a final list of schools, including Miami, Texas A&M and Texas.
Brown chooses to stay home, which provides a massive boost to LSU’s 2026 recruiting class. It’s also a major win for new defensive line coach Kyle Williams on the recruiting trail, as he navigates his first-ever recruiting cycle as a college coach.
The Baton Rouge native has spent a ton of time in and around the LSU program, as his high school sits on the Tigers’ campus. While there were some potential concerns when Brow reportedly considered not taking an official visit to LSU, the Tigers were able bring him in on the final weekend and nail down the commitment.
247Sports’ Gabe Brooks provided the following scouting report on Brown back in March.
Legitimate high-level two-way prospect as an interior O-lineman or potentially role-versatile front-line defender. Projected for many months to IOL as a physical, athletic difference maker who could potentially provide across-the-front O-line versatility in college. However, indicates desire to play defense, which obviously must be considered in evaluation. Stout, athletic build that fosters sudden athleticism and explosive movements. Enforcer on tape. Flashes close-quarters power and impressive short-area agility. Shows a sense or urgency and searches for extra work. Turbo-charged as a puller and climber. Sinks hips and complements punch power with significant lower-half juice. Encouraging pass-pro reps on an outside island. Initial suddenness and heavy-handedness translate to defense, where he's experienced inside and on the edge. Shows surprising pursuit range thanks to excellent functional athleticism. Performed well both ways at March 2025 Under Armour New Orleans event; produced dominant reps as a DL, but offensive snaps reinforced elite projection as an IOL. Possesses excellent multi-sport context as Louisiana 3A shot put champion (53-1) as a sophomore, discus champion (151-6) as a junior. Elite combine-testing athleticism in several categories. Must firmly land in a long-term positional home. That said, projects as a high-major impact player on either side of the ball. Possesses legitimate high-round NFL Draft potential.