The Haul: LSU Signs Impressive Offensive Line Class, Elite-Level Talent
LSU offensive line coach Brad Davis is transforming the Tigers' offensive line at a rapid pace after securing an impressive group during the Early Signing Period.
The architect behind the Joe Moore Award finalist LSU offensive line, Davis is building a star-studded group for the long haul.
A key assistant on Brian Kelly's staff, we've seen the coveted coach dominate the recruiting trail.
Now, he's seen six linemen put pen to paper on his way to another loaded class.
The Offensive Line Haul:
Weston Davis: 5-Star
Two-sport standout at Beaumont (Texas) United and one of the nation’s top offensive line prospects … Ranked with 5-stars from On3 and 4-stars by ESPN, Rivals and 247Sports … Listed as a 4-star and No. 64 nationally in the On3 composite … In the On3 composite, ranked as the nation’s No. 5 offensive tackle prospect and No. 11 overall in Texas … Ranked as high as No. 3 nationally at his position by On3 and as the No. 5 player overall in Texas … Named First-Team Beaumont Enterprise Super Gold as a junior in 2022 … Team averaged 4.1 yards per carry in 2023 … Also a standout basketball player for one of the top prep programs in Texas … Still relatively new to football as he didn’t start playing until his sophomore season of high school.
Coen Echols: 4-Star
The No. 6 ranked interior offensive lineman in America chose LSU over Auburn and Missouri, among others.
Brian Kelly and the Tigers got Echols down to Baton Rouge for an official visit during the final weekend before the Dead Period kicked in on Monday.
Now, after a successful trip to Louisiana, the coveted offensive lineman revealed his pledge to the Bayou Bengals.
It was a rollercoaster recruitment for Echols. The one-time Texas A&M pledge has heard from several of the top programs in the country with Auburn believed to be the frontrunner down the stretch, but after a visit to Death Valley, LSU picked up all the momentum.
Ethan Calloway: 4-Star
Rated as a 4-star recruit and ranked the No. 12 offensive tackle in the nation and No. 4 overall in the state of North Carolina by On3 … Ranked as a 4-star and as the No. 20 offensive tackle and No. 9 overall in North Carolina in the On3 composite ranking … Attended Lake Norman High School in Mooresville, N.C.… Played just 2 seasons of varsity football … Helped his team to two playoff appearances… Played a key role in an offense that averaged 363.9 yards per game with 261.2 rushing yards and an average of 6.0 yards per carry in 2022 … Helped team to a 9-2 mark as a senior in 2023 … First-Team All-State in 2023 … Played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
Ory Williams: 3-Star
A huge offensive line prospect considered one of the best at his position nationally … Rated with 3-stars in the On3 composite and listed as the nation’s No. 28 offensive tackle prospect … Ranked as high as No. 217 nationally, No. 21 at his position and No. 35 overall in Texas by ESPN … As a senior, helped pave the way for an offense that averaged 220 yards rushing per game … Born in north Louisiana before moving to Texas … Standout on the basketball court as well … Relatively new to football as he’s only played 2 seasons of varsity football.
Joseph Cryer: Coveted Louisiana Prospect
One of the top offensive line prospects in Louisiana, rated No. 28 overall in the state and No. 68 nationally among all interior linemen in the On3 composite … Rated with 3-stars by all recruiting services … Ranked as high as No. 42 nationally by ESPN and as the No. 18 prospect in Louisiana … Former teammates with fellow 2024 signee Tylen Singleton at Many High School … Won the Louisiana Division III non-select state title in 2022 with Many… Finished high school at Natchitoches Central in Natchitoches, La.… Helped the Chiefs rushing offense average 5.4 yards per carry and contributed to the pass offense’s average of 213.5 yards per game… Played a key role in the Chiefs finishing with an average of 341.8 yards of total offense … Second-Team 5A All-State in 2023 … Grew up loving LSU football and dreamed of playing for the Tigers.
Khayree Lee: Top Louisiana Lineman
Top offensive line prospect from John Ehret High School in New Orleans … Rated with 3-stars and as the nation’s No. 47 interior offensive line prospect by the On3 composite … Listed as the No. 13 prospect in Louisiana … Rated as high as No. 26 nationally at his position by 247Sports … Helped his team to a playoff berth in 2023 after it posted a 7-4 regular season record and a 3-1 record in 5A District 8.