LSU Tigers miss on four-star offensive tackle Kal'El Johnson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 6:06 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Kal'El Johnson, a four-star offensive tackle from Cincinnati, has committed to Georgia Tech, turning down the LSU Tigers. This decision comes as LSU persists in its search for offensive linemen in the 2027 recruiting class after losing out on several targets. Johnson was a highly regarded prospect, rated as the No. 17 offensive tackle nationally. LSU has only one offensive tackle commitment in its current class and will need to explore alternative options moving forward. Coach Lane Kiffin's recruiting strategy is underway as the Tigers look to improve their offensive line prospects.
- •Kal'El Johnson chooses Georgia Tech over LSU and other programs.
- •Johnson is ranked No. 17 nationally at his position and was highly sought after.
- •LSU currently holds the No. 11 recruiting class and No. 5 in the SEC.
- •The Tigers have one offensive tackle and one interior lineman committed.
- •Lane Kiffin will pursue other potential targets, including Miller Westerfield.
- 6:06 AMYahoo Sports — Lane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers lose out on another elite player at a position of desperate need, continuing a pretty bad streak
"The LSU Tigers have been going after several offensive linemen in the 2027 recruiting class, and it's just not going well after losing out on Kal'El Johnson.
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