Scott, a Williamson High School (Mobile, Alabama) standout, is rated as the No. 10 safety and the No. 112 overall prospect in the 2027 cycle. The recruit’s early interest shuttled among Florida, Ole Miss, and Texas A&M before narrowing to a “Top 5” that included Tennessee, Georgia, Oklahoma, Miami, and Florida State.
Despite Oklahoma previously leading, LSU moved in with an offer after Scott’s Top 5 update, and Scott has not hidden LSU’s appeal, calling it his “dream school.” The recruitment remains fluid, with Scott noting strong connections across programs and a genuine interest in the Tigers’ potential.
Oklahoma has historically been a primary magnet for Scott, who spoke glowingly of the Sooners’ atmosphere during a visit that highlighted the energy in their camp and the staff connection. Still, LSU’s offer signals Kiffin’s intent to diversify LSU’s safety targets amid a competitive race from Tennessee, Georgia, and others.
Beyond Scott, LSU has already signaled ambition for the 2028 class, targeting Los Angeles IMG Academy five-star quarterback Jayden Wade. Wade, the No. 1 overall prospect, already holds offers from Georgia, Texas, Michigan, Nebraska, and Ohio State, and Kiffin intends to leverage his quarterback-development reputation to land him in Baton Rouge.
LSU’s recruitment efforts also received a boost from the transfer portal, with former Colorado left tackle Jordan Seaton committing to Baton Rouge. Seaton’s Rivals profile as the No. 1 offensive tackle in the 2024 class adds immediate depth to the Tigers’ lineup as the program pursues momentum on both the 2027 cycle and beyond.
The ongoing push for top targets–coupled with a high-profile transfer addition–highlights Kiffin’s intent to accelerate LSU’s return to national relevance in the NIL era, even as the program images itself around a fast-developing, multi-year rebuilding plan.
