LSU Flips Commitment From Big 12 LB After Brutal Loss to Alabama

There's at least some good news for the LSU Tigers after a blowout loss to Alabama.

LSU Tigers linebacker TJ Dottery (6) reacts to a play against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs during the first half at Tiger Stadium. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

The LSU Tigers have experienced an unexpected amount of disappointment this season.

The first year under head coach Lane Kiffin was supposed to feature championship-level moments and yet the Tigers already have three losses and are in danger of missing the College Football Playoff following Saturday's 31-13 defeat to Alabama.

But despite the ugly results against the Crimson Tide, LSU fans received a good piece of news on Sunday when it comes to the 2027 recruiting trail.

LSU Flips Kansas LB Commit

LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin walks on the sideline during the first quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

LSU has added a new player to its 2027 recruiting class, flipping Kansas linebacker commit JaMarquis Hudson in another win for Kiffin and the coaching staff.

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A product of Port Arthur Memorial in Port Arthur, TX, Hudson is a three-star prospect in the 2027 recruiting class.

Some LSU fans might scoff at the fact that Hudson is not as highly-rated as other players in the class, but that hardly means anything at this stage. Many five-star players end up not panning out while lesser-known prospects come out of nowhere as they look to prove themselves.

Kiffin and the LSU coaching staff clearly see something in Hudson. Until proven otherwise, Tiger fans should as well.

Hudson received offers from multiple notable programs, including Houston, Kentucky, Texas Tech, Oklahoma State, Louisville, Arizona State, Florida State, Baylor, Mississippi State, Nebraska, Arkansas, Iowa State, UCF and many more.

This is a breaking news article that will be updated accordingly.

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