Truth or Fiction: LSU and USC lead for five-star Jahkeem Stewart
Rivals nationwide recruiting director Adam Gorney together with nationwide recruiting analysts Sam Spiegelman and Adam Friedman and Jason Higdon of 1standTenFlorida.com sort out three subjects and decide whether or not they consider every assertion is FACT or FICTION.
1. Jahkeem Stewart went to the LSU-USC sport as a result of these are his two favorites.
Gorney’s take: FICTION. USC and LSU are unquestionably two of the front-runners for Jahkeem Stewart but it surely’s nonetheless a little bit untimely to say these are the favorites. Stewart completely loves Ohio State place coach Larry Johnson and his success in Columbus and there continues to be intrigue with Oregon and others. If I needed to choose proper now, sure, Stewart would find yourself at both LSU or USC and I undoubtedly don’t suppose like most No. 1 gamers in Louisiana that he’s a lock to the Tigers however visits this season are going to play an enormous position in his ultimate resolution. It’s a fantastic begin for USC and LSU that he’ll be in Vegas however others will occur earlier than true favorites are cleared up.
Spiegelman’s take: FACT. You possibly can put USC, Oregon and Ohio State in that “different” class subsequent to LSU at this level in Stewart’s recruitment. The five-star defensive lineman has been to all of these applications a number of occasions and intends to get again for a number of video games this fall starting with this LSU-USC tilt in Vegas to get a better take a look at each of those top-tier contenders.
USC’s first 12 months line of defense coach Eric Henderson is from New Orleans and has rapidly made an impression on Stewart, and as a attainable reclassification and resolution loom, a take a look at the Trojans protection and extra particularly line of defense underneath Henderson must be telling. The identical goes for LSU and Bo Davis, one other Louisiana native who was additionally concerned in Stewart’s recruitment at Texas. In fact, no recruitment is dictated by one single sport. We view each of those groups within the high group for Stewart, and there’s a way that the Tigers will probably be within the combine with the nations high prospect from New Orleans till the top.
2. DJ Pickett was at Florida over the weekend. He’s going to finish up staying within the state.
Gorney’s take: FICTION. I’m torn on this query as a result of earlier in his recruitment, DJ Pickett was very excessive on Florida after which Miami was the chief earlier than taking his visits over the offseason. Lastly LSU emerged because the workforce to beat earlier than touchdown his dedication. There’s particular curiosity within the five-star staying nearer to residence however I additionally suppose Pickett desires to see how the Florida and Miami seasons play out earlier than he makes something ultimate. I wouldn’t be shocked if Pickett will get within the in-state applications nearer to signing day but it surely certain seems to be like he’s locked in with LSU now.
Higdon’s take: FICTION. On July 17, coach Corey Raymond and the LSU Tigers landed a verbal dedication from Pickett. Raymond is a former LSU star who hung out within the NFL. He was liable for recruiting Pickett whereas he was teaching with the Gators. In January, he returned to LSU after being let go, however the groundwork had been laid, and 6 months later, he landed a verbal dedication from one of many high prospects in America.
Pickett will benefit from the course of and take a number of journeys, together with one to take a look at the Florida Gators as they host the Miami Hurricanes. Nonetheless, I consider the connection between Pickett and Raymond is powerful sufficient that he’ll depart the state and ink with the Tigers on Nationwide Signing Day.
3. Ryder Lyons has an actual argument to be the No. 1 prospect within the 2026 Rivals250.
Gorney’s take: FACT. Whether or not Jahkeem Stewart stays within the 2026 class or not, there’s undoubtedly a case to make Ryder Lyons the No. 1 prospect within the Rivals250. Within the final 10 NFL Drafts, a quarterback was taken first eight occasions. Two defensive ends have been additionally taken which bodes properly for Stewart however Lyons has the percentages in his favor. He additionally has immense expertise that interprets to at this time’s quarterback – a pocket passer who’s snug throwing on the run, prolonging performs, creating after which utilizing his athleticism and toes to make issues occur when performs break down. Lyons is nice in camp settings. He’s even higher in video games and that’s why I don’t suppose there’s a lot dialogue anymore about which quarterback is greatest in 2026.
Friedman’s take: FACT. I have been a giant fan of Lyons because the preliminary 2026 Rivals250 launch. The prolific quarterback from Folsom, Calif. performs in a really pleasant offense for quarterbacks but it surely would not fear me as a lot as it might with others as a result of there’s nonetheless room for him to enhance in sure areas. Lyons has the playmaking potential together with his arm and his legs to maintain defenses off steadiness. There’s a little Caleb Williams in his sport, which is smart given how excessive Lyons is on USC and Lincoln Riley.
Truth or Fiction: LSU and USC lead for five-star Jahkeem Stewart
Rivals nationwide recruiting director Adam Gorney together with nationwide recruiting analysts Sam Spiegelman and Adam Friedman and Jason Higdon of 1standTenFlorida.com sort out three subjects and decide whether or not they consider every assertion is FACT or FICTION.
1. Jahkeem Stewart went to the LSU-USC sport as a result of these are his two favorites.
Gorney’s take: FICTION. USC and LSU are unquestionably two of the front-runners for Jahkeem Stewart but it surely’s nonetheless a little bit untimely to say these are the favorites. Stewart completely loves Ohio State place coach Larry Johnson and his success in Columbus and there continues to be intrigue with Oregon and others. If I needed to choose proper now, sure, Stewart would find yourself at both LSU or USC and I undoubtedly don’t suppose like most No. 1 gamers in Louisiana that he’s a lock to the Tigers however visits this season are going to play an enormous position in his ultimate resolution. It’s a fantastic begin for USC and LSU that he’ll be in Vegas however others will occur earlier than true favorites are cleared up.
Spiegelman’s take: FACT. You possibly can put USC, Oregon and Ohio State in that “different” class subsequent to LSU at this level in Stewart’s recruitment. The five-star defensive lineman has been to all of these applications a number of occasions and intends to get again for a number of video games this fall starting with this LSU-USC tilt in Vegas to get a better take a look at each of those top-tier contenders.
USC’s first 12 months line of defense coach Eric Henderson is from New Orleans and has rapidly made an impression on Stewart, and as a attainable reclassification and resolution loom, a take a look at the Trojans protection and extra particularly line of defense underneath Henderson must be telling. The identical goes for LSU and Bo Davis, one other Louisiana native who was additionally concerned in Stewart’s recruitment at Texas. In fact, no recruitment is dictated by one single sport. We view each of those groups within the high group for Stewart, and there’s a way that the Tigers will probably be within the combine with the nations high prospect from New Orleans till the top.
2. DJ Pickett was at Florida over the weekend. He’s going to finish up staying within the state.
Gorney’s take: FICTION. I’m torn on this query as a result of earlier in his recruitment, DJ Pickett was very excessive on Florida after which Miami was the chief earlier than taking his visits over the offseason. Lastly LSU emerged because the workforce to beat earlier than touchdown his dedication. There’s particular curiosity within the five-star staying nearer to residence however I additionally suppose Pickett desires to see how the Florida and Miami seasons play out earlier than he makes something ultimate. I wouldn’t be shocked if Pickett will get within the in-state applications nearer to signing day but it surely certain seems to be like he’s locked in with LSU now.
Higdon’s take: FICTION. On July 17, coach Corey Raymond and the LSU Tigers landed a verbal dedication from Pickett. Raymond is a former LSU star who hung out within the NFL. He was liable for recruiting Pickett whereas he was teaching with the Gators. In January, he returned to LSU after being let go, however the groundwork had been laid, and 6 months later, he landed a verbal dedication from one of many high prospects in America.
Pickett will benefit from the course of and take a number of journeys, together with one to take a look at the Florida Gators as they host the Miami Hurricanes. Nonetheless, I consider the connection between Pickett and Raymond is powerful sufficient that he’ll depart the state and ink with the Tigers on Nationwide Signing Day.
3. Ryder Lyons has an actual argument to be the No. 1 prospect within the 2026 Rivals250.
Gorney’s take: FACT. Whether or not Jahkeem Stewart stays within the 2026 class or not, there’s undoubtedly a case to make Ryder Lyons the No. 1 prospect within the Rivals250. Within the final 10 NFL Drafts, a quarterback was taken first eight occasions. Two defensive ends have been additionally taken which bodes properly for Stewart however Lyons has the percentages in his favor. He additionally has immense expertise that interprets to at this time’s quarterback – a pocket passer who’s snug throwing on the run, prolonging performs, creating after which utilizing his athleticism and toes to make issues occur when performs break down. Lyons is nice in camp settings. He’s even higher in video games and that’s why I don’t suppose there’s a lot dialogue anymore about which quarterback is greatest in 2026.
Friedman’s take: FACT. I have been a giant fan of Lyons because the preliminary 2026 Rivals250 launch. The prolific quarterback from Folsom, Calif. performs in a really pleasant offense for quarterbacks but it surely would not fear me as a lot as it might with others as a result of there’s nonetheless room for him to enhance in sure areas. Lyons has the playmaking potential together with his arm and his legs to maintain defenses off steadiness. There’s a little Caleb Williams in his sport, which is smart given how excessive Lyons is on USC and Lincoln Riley.
