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LSU Tigers Mock 2017 Recruiting Class
With National Signing Day looming, here's a look at a mock 2017 recruiting class for the LSU Tigers. Ed Orgeron is looking to cap off his first recruiting class in Baton Rouge.
January 18, 2017
With National Signing Day looming, here’s a look at a mock 2017 recruiting class for the LSU Tigers. Ed Orgeron is looking to cap off his first recruiting class in Baton Rouge.
This is it. Ed Orgeron is in the driver’s seat, and he’s looking to finish off his first recruiting class as LSU’s head coach. Of course, it certainly won’t be easy. With about two weeks left before National Signing Day, the Tigers are battling Florida State, Ohio State, Oklahoma and USF for 5-star defensive tackle Marvin Wilson.
If the Tigers can’t land the No. 1 defensive tackle in the country, they fortunately won’t be short on defensive linemen, as there are four committed in the class. And a solid back-up plan would be 4-star defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis, who is still uncommitted.
With that said, here is a look at a mock LSU Tigers recruiting class as the 2017 cycle nears its end.
Quarterback
Myles Brennan, 4-Star
He sees the field well and has a beautiful release. Brennan can generate more zip on the ball by using less of his arm and more of his lower body to drive through the ball.
Lowell Naricsse, 4-Star
With a health report that includes two torn ACLs, let’s see how his game is affected moving forward as a dual-threat quarterback.
Running Back
Clyde Edwards-Helaire, 3-Star
He’s a solid receiver out of the backfield and can be utilized on third downs.
Tory Carter, 2-Star
He’ll be a valuable fullback for LSU.
Wide Receiver
Mannie Netherly, 4-Star
The former Texas A&M commit can stretch the field vertically and can turn five-yard grabs into 30-yard gains.
Racey McMath, 3-Star
The Tigers look to be in good shape for his commitment.
Tight End
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Offensive Linemen
Austin Deculus, 4-Star
Deculus can come in on Day 1 and make an immediate impact. He’s very strong and will be great in the running game.
Saahdiq Charles, 4-Star
He has great footwork for being 6-foot-5, 310 pounds, and can slide out to offensive tackle if necessary. However, Charles will likely stay at guard.
Edward Ingram, 4-Star
He’s nasty when he’s pulling and out in space, and will clear a path for those talented LSU tailbacks.
Seth Stewart, 3-Star
He has long arms and gets his hands up under the defender’s chest plate.
Defensive Linemen
Tyler Shelvin, 4-Star
Shelvin is extremely powerful and is agile for his size. He’ll overpower a lot of guards at the next level.
Phidarian Mathis, 4-Star
It looks like LSU will beat out Alabama here.
Neil Farrell, 3-Star
He’s a powerful run stopper who wraps up when he gets his hands on the ball carrier.
Justin Thomas, 3-Star
Thomas wins in the trenches by keeping his pad level low and gaining leverage.
Aaron Moffitt, 3-Star
He could end up evolving into a 3-4 outside linebacker with his ability to make plays off the edge.
Linebackers
Willie Gay, 4-Star
Michigan and Mississippi State are the biggest threats to LSU in his recruitment.
Defensive Backs
Kary Vincent Jr., 4-Star
Kary Vincent is one of the quickest cornerbacks in the class. He tracks the ball well and can lay a big hit from time to time.
Grant Delpit, 4-Star
He’s a ballhawk with a nose for the end zone.
Todd Harris, 4-Star
All signs point to him joining the Tigers’ secondary.
Amik Robertson, 3-Star
LSU will have to beat out Oklahoma State here.
Athletes
JaCoby Stevens, 4-Star
He could be a star in the LSU secondary.
Patrick Queen, 4-Star
He’ll likely make the full-time switch to linebacker.
Jontre Kirklin, 3-Star
Kirklin explodes out of his breaks and can change direction seamlessly.
Recruiting Class Ranking Prediction: 7-10
