Cade Cooper commits to LSU after Notre Dame recruitment shift
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Cade Cooper, a highly regarded 2027 wide receiver, has committed to LSU following an official visit that solidified the Tigers' momentum. Notre Dame initially pursued Cooper but shifted focus after securing a commitment from another player. LSU's successful recruitment of Cooper adds to its recent successes on the trail, with coach Lane Kiffin's staff capitalizing on the goodwill generated from recent visits. The implications for Notre Dame's recruiting strategy are evident as they now focus on other targets, including Julius Jones Jr. and Myles McAfee, as they seek to strengthen their 2027 wide receiver class.
- •Cade Cooper, rated between three and four stars, picks LSU over Notre Dame.
- •Initial interest from Notre Dame diminished after another commitment.
- •LSU builds on recent recruiting successes with Cooper's commitment.
- •Cooper had 44 receptions for 644 yards and six touchdowns in his junior year.
- •Notre Dame focuses on other top recruits for their 2027 class.
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — A former Notre Dame football recruiting target just found his new home with an SEC program that's riding some momentum
"Notre Dame appeared to be the team to beat for talented 2027 wide receiver target Cade Cooper. He finally found his new CFB home.
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