Lane Kiffin Lands No. 1 TE Ahmad Hudson as LSU Keeps In-State Star Home
Lane Kiffin has secured a major recruiting win by bringing in Ahmad Hudson, the No. 1 tight end prospect in the 2027 class, to LSU. Hudson, a five-star dual-sport athlete from Louisiana, chose LSU over more than 30 offers and will be a key piece in Kiffin's offensive plans. His commitment strengthens LSU's hold on top in-state talent and highlights Kiffin's early recruiting success since taking the job.
- ▪Ahmad Hudson is the No. 1-ranked tight end and No. 11 overall recruit in the 2027 class according to 247Sports.
- ▪Hudson had a standout sophomore football season with 39 receptions, 754 yards, and six touchdowns, leading Ruston to a state title game appearance.
- ▪He is also an elite basketball player, earning statewide honors after averaging 21 points, 14 rebounds, and three blocks per game as a sophomore.
- ▪Hudson's commitment adds to LSU's strong 2026 and 2027 recruiting classes, which include multiple five-star in-state prospects.
- ▪Lane Kiffin signed a seven-year, $91 million contract to become LSU's head coach after leaving Ole Miss before the College Football Playoff.
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By Rowan Fisher-ShottonShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.When Lane Kiffin took the LSU job a few months ago, the move sent shockwaves across college football. He controversially left a College Football Playoff-bound Ole Miss team just before the postseason, and immediately signed a seven-year, $91 million contract to become LSU's head coach, a deal that made him one of the highest-paid coaches in the sport.And from the moment he arrived in Baton Rouge, Kiffin went hunting.Kiffin landed elite transfers like Sam Leavitt, a former Big 12 champion quarterback, and offensive tackle Jordan Seaton, a former five-star prospect and one of the top players available…
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