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Did LSU just sign the top overall class of all time?

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LSU's transfer portal class is the highest-graded in 24-7 Sports history—what makes it so unprecedented?

This episode analyzes LSU football's historic 2024-25 recruiting and transfer portal class under new head coach Lane Kiffin. Host Glenn West, a senior writer for Geaux247, provides a detailed roster breakdown. He states LSU has signed 41 transfer portal players and 17 freshmen for a total of 58 new additions. The class currently holds a number-one ranking in the transfer portal with an 82 rating, far ahead of the second-place team's 63. West notes the combined score of 349 points for the freshman and portal classes is the highest ever recorded by 247Sports. The host details key additions like quarterback Sam Leavitt, safety Ty Benefield, and edge rusher Princely Umanmielen, who had nine sacks at Ole Miss. LSU remains in pursuit of top offensive tackle prospect Jordan Seaton, with Oregon and Miami also competing. West explains the staff targeted both immediate "one-year rentals" and players with multiple years of eligibility to build continuity. He highlights the complete overhaul at wide receiver, where LSU brings in twelve new players to join one returner. The host is particularly excited about tight end Trey'Dez Green's potential as a versatile offensive weapon. On defense, the return of cornerbacks DJ Pickett and PJ Woodland provides a foundation, supplemented by portal additions. A surprising insight is that the coaching staff has historically succeeded without relying on an elite offensive line, suggesting they can scheme around any weaknesses. West believes many transfer players were attracted by the "Monster Delane model," where a DB can significantly boost his NFL draft stock in one season at LSU. The host projects the linebacker room as a fierce competition, with several young returners battling transfer TJ Dauterive behind starter Whit Weeks. He states the schedule is an "absolute bear," featuring games against Clemson, at Ole Miss, and home contests versus Texas and Alabama. The expectation is for LSU to compete at a high level immediately in Kiffin's first season. The tone is informational and enthusiastic, blending roster analysis with program insight for dedicated fans. The style is conversational, delivered as a solo monologue from an informed insider. This episode is ideal for LSU football die-hards seeking a comprehensive, numbers-driven breakdown of the new roster. Listeners interested in national recruiting trends and transfer portal strategy will also find value. Casual fans or those seeking interview-based content or game analysis might want to skip this detailed roster audit.

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A measured LSU portal breakdown that turns 41 new players into clear roster questions.

Glenn West keeps this LSU portal roundup anchored in the numbers, tracing how the Tigers' transfer class is close to finished and what the roster looks like after 41 new players have signed.

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For when you want LSU's portal class broken down with names, fit, and roster math.

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