What 2024 4-Star LB Kolaj Cobbins' Commitment Means For LSU

Cobbins announced his pledge to Brian Kelly's program on Friday, Tigers secure another in-state star.

LSU gained a commitment from 2024 four-star linebacker Kolaj Cobbins on Friday, and after pledging to Brian Kelly’s program, it sent shockwaves across the recruiting landscape.

The Louisiana native was a high-priority target for this program based off of his success on the field, but securing an in-state superstar gives the Tigers another culture boost.

Cobbins is a winner. A Destrehan (La.) product, he led his program to a state title as a junior while showcasing his all-around game.

Once in Baton Rouge, expect Cobbins to take on the JACK role for the Tigers. With significant versatility, he has the chance to reach his max potential with defensive line coach Jamar Cain in his corner.

BREAKING: #LSU adds a commitment from Louisiana native Kolaj Cobbins.

The 4-star LB, and Top 5 player in the state, is the ninth commitment in the 2024 class for Brian Kelly and his staff.

Huge get for the Tigers. pic.twitter.com/jfQCHx678K

— Zack Nagy (@znagy20) March 4, 2023

Cobbins is exceptional in open space. He can close the gap in the blink of an eye with his impressive speed, but his ball skills allow him to be in the right place at the right place nine times out of ten.

The 6-foot-3, 200-pounder has all the tools to compete in the SEC with the developmental skills this coaching staff attains. Kelly has been working to develop relationships early in the 2024 and 2025 cycles, clearly making an impression on Cobbins over a short period of time.

Cobbins uses his physicality well for his size. With quick feet and the strength to back it up, he’s a prospect who has a chance to fly up the rankings even more by the time it’s all said and done. A 4-star currently, look for the youngster to make an impression as he prepares for his senior year at Destrehan.

The commitment from Cobbins was the start of a productive recruitment weekend for LSU. The program held their Junior Day event on Saturday and dished out a couple of offers.

One of the offers was to Rustin (La.) EDGE Ahmad Breaux, a Duke commit. Breaux decommitted from Duke less than 24 hours after receiving an offer from LSU and committed to Brian Kelly’s program Sunday afternoon.

This program is on pace for a huge spring recruitment period that has all the makings of carrying into the summer.