Brian Kelly and the LSU football staff made waves in the college football recruiting scene when they secured a commitment from five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood in early January.
This game-changing prospect ranked as the No. 1 overall player in the 2025 class, has chosen the Tigers. The LSU coaching team, led by Brian Kelly and Joe Sloan, recently traveled to Michigan to meet with Underwood, emphasizing their continued pursuit of his talents.
Underwood’s commitment is hailed as one of the most significant recruiting victories in recent memory, and LSU is actively maintaining their efforts to secure his services even after his commitment.
The 2025 recruiting cycle has elevated LSU to elite status, with Underwood joining other top recruits like Harlem Berry (No. 1 RB in America) and Dakorien Moore (No. 1 WR in America) in the class. This trio of five-star, No. 1 prospects at their positions is expected to have a lasting impact on the program.
Bryce Underwood, standing at 6-foot-3 and weighing 210 pounds, is anticipated to arrive in Baton Rouge as one of the all-time top prospects. LSU’s extensive efforts in recruiting him, including multiple visits in 2023, paved the way for his commitment as the nation’s No. 1 recruit.
As the recruiting Dead Period is set to begin on Monday, LSU is making a final push with another visit to Underwood in Michigan. Despite his reserved approach to recruitment, Underwood’s actions, including four unofficial visits to the South with his family, speak volumes.
Quarterbacks coach Joe Sloan has played a crucial role in the recruitment process, consistently impressing Underwood. The Tigers, after a significant effort, have secured his commitment and are maintaining momentum with the upcoming visit to Michigan.
While the competition for Underwood’s commitment will continue until December, LSU has already gained a verbal pledge from one of the all-time top recruits. Additionally, the Tigers recently secured a commitment from Harlem Berry, the No. 1 running back in America, further strengthening their roster.
Frank Wilson, known for his recruiting prowess, played a key role in bringing Berry to LSU. The 5-foot-11, 175-pound speedster from St. Martin’s Episcopal in Metairie, Louisiana, is another program-changing player who adds to the impressive lineup in LSU’s running back room.
The star-studded LSU recruiting class of 2025, featuring the trio of Underwood, Berry, and Moore, has propelled the Tigers to the No. 1 class in the cycle. Brian Kelly and his coaching staff are clearly building something special for the future in Baton Rouge.
