Easton Royal expected to flip commitment from Texas to LSU
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:18 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Easton Royal, the nation's top wide receiver, may shift his commitment from Texas to LSU. After a strong official visit this summer, the buzz surrounding Royal’s recruitment has intensified. Lane Kiffin's coaching staff aims to show that Louisiana's elite prospects should remain in-state. An expert prediction from Rivals suggests Royal is trending toward LSU, signaling Kiffin's focus on local talent. LSU also continues to pursue other five-star recruits, including Jalen Brewster, amid ongoing recruitment efforts.
- •Easton Royal is the No. 1 wide receiver and top player in Louisiana.
- •Royal committed to Texas before Kiffin was hired at LSU.
- •Rivals' Steve Wiltfong predicts Royal will flip to LSU.
- •Kiffin aims to keep elite talent from Louisiana at LSU.
- •LSU is also targeting five-star recruit Jalen Brewster.
- 11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Easton Royal predicted to flip from Texas to LSU
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