LSU misses out on five-star WR Xavier Sabb, commits to Oregon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 4:33 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Five-star wide receiver Xavier Sabb has committed to Oregon, choosing the Ducks over LSU, Tennessee, and UCLA. Sabb, a 6’1”, 195-pound recruit from Glassboro, New Jersey, had one visit to LSU compared to multiple visits to other schools. His commitment is part of Oregon's ongoing recruitment strategy to attract top-tier talent. Despite losing Sabb, LSU continues to build its 2027 class and will seek out other potential recruits.
- •Xavier Sabb commits to Oregon, previously a finalist for LSU
- •LSU had only one official visit from Sabb during recruitment
- •Sabb ranked as the No. 20 player and No. 5 WR nationally
- •Oregon successfully secured Sabb after multiple campus visits
- •LSU's 2027 class remains strong despite the loss of Sabb
- 4:33 AMYahoo Sports — LSU Tigers were listed as a finalist for a five-star player, but they likely never really had a chance
"The LSU Tigers are still recruiting well despite missing out on five-star WR Xavier Sabb.
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