The Portal’s No. 4 OT for the LSU football transfer target indicates a commitment decision.
LSU Football has been actively pursuing top talent through the NCAA Transfer Portal to strengthen its roster for the upcoming season. Among the targets was Elijah Pritchett, a highly regarded offensive tackle from Alabama. Standing at 6-foot-6 and weighing 312 pounds, Pritchett started 10 games at right tackle for the Crimson Tide in 2024 and was named to the Outland Trophy Watchlist. citeturn0search0
Despite LSU’s interest, Pritchett chose to transfer to the Nebraska Cornhuskers after visiting their campus. This decision was influenced by Nebraska’s compelling pitch and program direction. citeturn0search0
In addition to Pritchett, LSU also targeted Fa’alili Fa’amoe, the No. 2 rated offensive lineman in the portal from Washington State. After visiting LSU, Nebraska, and Michigan, Fa’amoe committed to Wake Forest, reuniting with his former offensive line coach. citeturn0search1
Despite these setbacks, LSU has successfully secured commitments from other notable offensive linemen:
- Braelin Moore: A 6-foot-3, 303-pound center from Virginia Tech, Moore is the No. 1 rated interior offensive lineman in the transfer portal. He started for the Hokies and contributed to a rushing attack that logged over 2,000 yards during the regular season. citeturn0search1
- Josh Thompson: Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 301 pounds, Thompson transferred from Northwestern. Rated as the No. 2 offensive lineman in the Big Ten by Pro Football Focus, he is expected to make an immediate impact at either tackle or guard for LSU. citeturn0search1
These additions are crucial as LSU looks to rebuild its offensive line following the departure of four starters, including tackles Will Campbell and Emery Jones, who declared for the NFL Draft. Head Coach Brian Kelly emphasized the importance of adding experienced players to complement the team’s strong young nucleus, aiming to assemble an SEC Championship roster. citeturn0search1
