LSU and Brian Kelly are heading toward an elite signing class for the 2026 recruiting cycle following Thursday's commitment from five-star defensive lineman Lamar Brown -- a hometown product out of Baton Rouge and the top-ranked player nationally at his position.

LSU football's recruiting class is climbing the rankings after adding five-star Lamar Brown to the fold. Here's where the group stands now.

O rlando (Fla.) Lake Nona three-star defensive lineman DeAnthony Lafayette is set to choose between the LSU Tigers and Oklahoma Sooners on Thursday with a commitment decision inching closer. Anthony, one of the top defensive line prospects in the Sunshine State, has Brian Kelly and Co. intensifying their push for his services down the stretch.