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LSU adds four-star edge rusher Chris Whitehead to 2026 recruiting class

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:37 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

LSU adds four-star edge rusher Chris Whitehead to 2026 recruiting class

Summary

LSU secured a commitment from four-star edge rusher Chris Whitehead on June 17, bolstering its recruiting efforts. Whitehead, a top-50 prospect, had offers from multiple programs, including Ohio State and Penn State. He visited Baton Rouge unofficially prior to his commitment, which follows a surge of pledges to LSU over the past ten days. The Tigers' class now ranks ninth nationally, gaining momentum after earlier decommitments. Whitehead is noted for his athleticism and pass-rushing abilities, enhancing LSU's defensive prospects for the future.

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•Chris Whitehead committed to LSU on June 17.
•He is a four-star edge rusher and ranked 48th nationally.
•LSU's recruiting class now ranks ninth in the country.
•Whitehead was previously courted by schools like Ohio State and Penn State.
•He is the second top-10 edge rusher to commit to LSU in ten days.

Latest Updates

6:00 PMYahoo Sports — LSU lands 5-star recruit Chris Whitehead
5:37 PMYahoo Sports — LSU Tigers secure massive addition with elite edge rusher Chris Whitehead

What they're saying

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LSU‘s recruiting hot streak hit a daily double on Wednesday as the Tigers continue to rack up big-time commitments. Four-star running back Trey Martin got things started with his announcement for the Bayou Bengals, followed by four-star edge rusher Chris Whitehead telling Rivals’ Hayes Fawcett he has also committed to the Tigers. A top-50 prospect […]
— Yahoo Sports