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Lane Kiffin targets elite recruits from Texas for LSU

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 8:41 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Lane Kiffin targets elite recruits from Texas for LSU
Summary

LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin aims to flip two highly-rated recruits from Texas. Five-star wide receiver Easton Royal and four-star safety Greedy James are both considering committing to LSU after recent official visits. Royal, originally committed to Texas, now favors LSU, while LSU's strong position with James is also highlighted in industry predictions. These potential flips would signify Kiffin's growing influence in recruiting within the SEC.

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  • •Lane Kiffin focuses on flipping two commits from Texas.
  • •Easton Royal shows strong interest in LSU after an official visit.
  • •Greedy James is also likely to switch from Texas to LSU.
  • •Kiffin's success in recruiting would challenge Texas recruiting efforts.
  • •Both recruits are part of the 2027 class.
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  • 8:41 PMYahoo Sports — LSU's Lane Kiffin is on the verge of shoving another SEC head coach into a locker and it's making fans smile in Baton Rouge
What they're saying
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LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin could be on the verge of making making another SEC head coach look silly, and it's going to be to the delight of fans in Baton Rouge.

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