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247 4 impact EEs for LSU
Posted on 1/10/23 at 9:00 am
Posted on 1/10/23 at 9:00 am
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Jalen Brown (WR)
A player who had a lot of eyes on him recently at the All-American bowl game, Brown is someone who comes into a really crowded receiver room but has the talent to catch the coaching staff’s eyes early. He’ll likely need to add some weight upon arrival but that is what the months from January to the start of spring practice are for.
247Sports national recruiting director Steve Wiltfong was on hand in San Antonio to watch the week play out and Brown was one of the receivers he highlighted. During the game, Brown hauled in a touchdown pass in the redzone on a really quick slant route.
“I love how potent LSU’s offense could be with guys like receiver Jalen Brown and tight end Ka’Morreun Pimpton. If Brown has daylight, he’s a blur that can light up the scoreboard on any touch and could also be a fun return guy.” Wiltfong wrote.
This offense will have a lot of mouths to feed but Brown is perfect as a change of pace sub on offense and a special teams contributor should he adjust quickly to the college game.
Dashawn Womack (Edge)
When looking at this roster, there isn’t much of a greater need for fresh talent than at the edge rushing position, previously held by BJ Ojulari. Womack is of similar mold heading into his first year with the program at 6-foot-5 and 240 pounds of pure athleticism.
Womack is only getting better with time, as he recorded 48 tackles, 26 tackles for a loss, 15 sacks and recovered five fumbles in senior year at St. Frances Academy in Baltimore. He followed that up with an eventful week at the Under Armour All-American game with Shelton Sampson, Zalance Heard, Javien Toviano and Ryan Yaites.
The five-star prospect is one of the prized signings of this class and is at a position of need. Womack will get ample opportunity to earn playing time come spring and should be a favorite to earn significant snaps by the time fall rolls around.
Javien Toviano (CB)
Toviano is another one of those blue chip signings who comes to LSU already built like a prototypical defensive back. There is a lot to like about the 6-foot-0, 185 pound Texas defensive back, who was one of the final pieces to the early signing period.
For his career, Toviano recorded 105 tackles, 3 interceptions, 19 pass breakups and 5 forced fumbles. Both of his interceptions recorded during his senior season were returned for touchdowns.
This is all of the sudden a cornerback room with many more bodies than initially thought, with Denver Harris, Zy Alexander and Duce Chestnut joining the cornerback room out of the transfer portal. It’s also widely thought that Ohio State transfer JK Johnson is expected to commit to the program after a successful visit to Baton Rouge.
Despite a new wave of veteran experience in the back half of the defense, Toviano has every opportunity to earn early playing time in the secondary with all of the new faces in the cornerback room.
Whit Weeks (LB)
With the departure of DeMario Tolan in the linebacker room, there’s a need for added talent in that room next to Greg Penn, West Weeks and Perkins. One of the biggest risers in this 2023 class for the Tigers, Whit is an extremely athletic linebacker that 104 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, two sacks and three interceptions during his 2022 senior season.
At 6-foot-2, 210 pounds, Weeks was also in San Antonio for the All-American bowl game where he showed some impressive ability in one-on-one matchups and ultimately led the East team in tackles with five recovered a fumble and recorded another tackle for a loss. Whit will be on the short list for playing time at linebacker and defensive coordinator Matt House has proven he’s unafraid to play young players in that room.
Jalen Brown (WR)
A player who had a lot of eyes on him recently at the All-American bowl game, Brown is someone who comes into a really crowded receiver room but has the talent to catch the coaching staff’s eyes early. He’ll likely need to add some weight upon arrival but that is what the months from January to the start of spring practice are for.
247Sports national recruiting director Steve Wiltfong was on hand in San Antonio to watch the week play out and Brown was one of the receivers he highlighted. During the game, Brown hauled in a touchdown pass in the redzone on a really quick slant route.
“I love how potent LSU’s offense could be with guys like receiver Jalen Brown and tight end Ka’Morreun Pimpton. If Brown has daylight, he’s a blur that can light up the scoreboard on any touch and could also be a fun return guy.” Wiltfong wrote.
This offense will have a lot of mouths to feed but Brown is perfect as a change of pace sub on offense and a special teams contributor should he adjust quickly to the college game.
Dashawn Womack (Edge)
When looking at this roster, there isn’t much of a greater need for fresh talent than at the edge rushing position, previously held by BJ Ojulari. Womack is of similar mold heading into his first year with the program at 6-foot-5 and 240 pounds of pure athleticism.
Womack is only getting better with time, as he recorded 48 tackles, 26 tackles for a loss, 15 sacks and recovered five fumbles in senior year at St. Frances Academy in Baltimore. He followed that up with an eventful week at the Under Armour All-American game with Shelton Sampson, Zalance Heard, Javien Toviano and Ryan Yaites.
The five-star prospect is one of the prized signings of this class and is at a position of need. Womack will get ample opportunity to earn playing time come spring and should be a favorite to earn significant snaps by the time fall rolls around.
Javien Toviano (CB)
Toviano is another one of those blue chip signings who comes to LSU already built like a prototypical defensive back. There is a lot to like about the 6-foot-0, 185 pound Texas defensive back, who was one of the final pieces to the early signing period.
For his career, Toviano recorded 105 tackles, 3 interceptions, 19 pass breakups and 5 forced fumbles. Both of his interceptions recorded during his senior season were returned for touchdowns.
This is all of the sudden a cornerback room with many more bodies than initially thought, with Denver Harris, Zy Alexander and Duce Chestnut joining the cornerback room out of the transfer portal. It’s also widely thought that Ohio State transfer JK Johnson is expected to commit to the program after a successful visit to Baton Rouge.
Despite a new wave of veteran experience in the back half of the defense, Toviano has every opportunity to earn early playing time in the secondary with all of the new faces in the cornerback room.
Whit Weeks (LB)
With the departure of DeMario Tolan in the linebacker room, there’s a need for added talent in that room next to Greg Penn, West Weeks and Perkins. One of the biggest risers in this 2023 class for the Tigers, Whit is an extremely athletic linebacker that 104 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, two sacks and three interceptions during his 2022 senior season.
At 6-foot-2, 210 pounds, Weeks was also in San Antonio for the All-American bowl game where he showed some impressive ability in one-on-one matchups and ultimately led the East team in tackles with five recovered a fumble and recorded another tackle for a loss. Whit will be on the short list for playing time at linebacker and defensive coordinator Matt House has proven he’s unafraid to play young players in that room.
This post was edited on 1/10/23 at 9:05 am
Posted on 1/10/23 at 9:28 am to geauxGreeks
If Jalen and one of the Tight ends are going to contribute, I’d rather spend the remaining portal offers on LB and Center instead of the Juco WR.
And yes I know he’s 6-5.
But we have a true deficiency at LB.
And yes I know he’s 6-5.
But we have a true deficiency at LB.
Posted on 1/10/23 at 9:31 am to dstone12
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But we have a true deficiency at LB.
Going to need at least a couple. Would prefer to get them in before spring. ILB is extremely important.
Posted on 1/10/23 at 9:35 am to dstone12
Pimpton and brown are going to be nice to have after nabers leaves next yr.
I agree that they have to tamper to get a linebacker
I agree that they have to tamper to get a linebacker
Posted on 1/10/23 at 9:35 am to geauxGreeks
Where do people think Whit Weeks ultimately fits in next year, assuming his starting place in the spring is 210?
Posted on 1/10/23 at 9:50 am to dstone12
quote:
remaining portal offers
I don't think spots will be at a premium. We probably still have about 7 open scholarships and will likely lose a few more players after spring.
I can't imagine LSU signing 10 more players in the portal.
So, I don't think it's a situation of having to choose one position over another. I think it's just a quality issue of what is available.
Posted on 1/10/23 at 9:58 am to Bjorn Cyborg
quote:
I don't think spots will be at a premium. We probably still have about 7 open scholarships and will likely lose a few more players after spring. I can't imagine LSU signing 10 more players in the portal. So, I don't think it's a situation of having to choose one position over another. I think it's just a quality issue of what is available.
I think we should fill all 85 now and have them ready for spring.
Are you saying keep the spots open for guys that transfer out n the spring?
Posted on 1/10/23 at 10:14 am to Lou Pai
Because weeks can play...all he needs to do is gain about 20lbs which he is gonna do under flint...I'd bet money the staff sees this guy as a contributor who will play early
Posted on 1/10/23 at 12:42 pm to dstone12
Agree. Pimpton can be that guy. If the plan is to bulk him up to true TE size that's cool but take advantage of his current ability as a high point guy. The way I imagine them using TEs is with 1 inline, 1 spread. Pimpton can spread out with Taylor able to do both. Biggest advantages in the passing game are a back(Clyde Helaire) or TE(Bowers) that can really run and catch. Mismatches most times against a S or LB.
Stephen Sullivan was everything Pimpton is just not in the right system to utilize it. Hopefully this staff does with the young kid.
Stephen Sullivan was everything Pimpton is just not in the right system to utilize it. Hopefully this staff does with the young kid.
Posted on 1/10/23 at 1:02 pm to dstone12
quote:
I think we should fill all 85 now and have them ready for spring.
The spring semester starts on Tuesday. Outside of maybe a last minute transfer, LSU is probably done in the portal for the spring. There is no way to get to 85 for spring.
That will leave 5-7 spots available, plus any additional spots that open up if LSU loses players after spring. I would expect there to be a few.
LSU will probably have around 10-12 total spots to fill for summer/fall enrollees. These could include portal or high school players.
Posted on 1/10/23 at 3:35 pm to geauxGreeks
To me Womack and Weeks are the two to watch. Womack could very easily be the starting jack going into the season and everything I am hearing about Weeks is that he is a smart and very gifted player.
Was actually surprised on the few things I read about Weeks I figured he was just another body like his brother, but am very hopeful after the few articles that sung his praises.
Was actually surprised on the few things I read about Weeks I figured he was just another body like his brother, but am very hopeful after the few articles that sung his praises.
Posted on 1/10/23 at 4:06 pm to IM_4_LSU
quote:Puh-leeze... West Weeks is not "just another body". You saying that means the chances are very high that you are no more than "just another poster".
I figured he was just another body like his brother
This post was edited on 1/10/23 at 4:14 pm
Posted on 1/10/23 at 4:11 pm to lsufanva
quote:My Man, I gotta think if Sullivan was everything Pimpton is projected to be he would have found a way to distinguish himself more no matter the system.
Stephen Sullivan was everything Pimpton is just not in the right system to utilize it. Hopefully this staff does with the young kid.
We'll see on the field, obviously.
This post was edited on 1/10/23 at 4:33 pm
Posted on 1/10/23 at 4:14 pm to Damathe
West Weeks is not someone who is going to be an every down linebacker for us. He is a rotational piece and a player that helps with depth.
Posted on 1/10/23 at 4:32 pm to IM_4_LSU
quote:Eh, maybe not but I damn sure won't make that call in January.
West Weeks is not someone who is going to be an every down linebacker for us.
quote:For the sake of argument lets assume that is true. Whoops, let's not forget Special Teams.
He is a rotational piece and a player that helps with depth.
Those responsibilities are what you call "just another body"?
Curious here. Have you seen/noticed any of the posts about team depth or how the DL just got worn out by the end of the season?
This post was edited on 1/10/23 at 4:35 pm
Posted on 1/10/23 at 5:48 pm to Damathe
quote:
Those responsibilities are what you call "just another body"? Curious here. Have you seen/noticed any of the posts about team depth or how the DL just got worn out by the end of the season?
Very good points on both.
Posted on 1/10/23 at 11:26 pm to geauxGreeks
I love this post but I think the 4 impact players that will come out of this spring are Markway, Howard, Womack and Toviano.
Weeks, Brown, Heard and Sampson are going to contribute bc they are elite and or positions of need.
Weeks, Brown, Heard and Sampson are going to contribute bc they are elite and or positions of need.
Posted on 1/11/23 at 12:18 am to dstone12
quote:
I think we should fill all 85 now and have them ready for spring.
Definitely fill 85 now. In the day of the portal assume some will to next year in it anyway. Plus you can tell kids to hit the portal essentially…
Posted on 1/11/23 at 6:39 am to Damathe
quote:
Those responsibilities are what you call "just another body"?
It sounds like you are hung up on the phrase. Like I said in my previous post, he is a rotational piece that provides depth.
Posted on 1/11/23 at 8:27 am to IM_4_LSU
Agree with you.
However, his younger brother (Whit) has the potential to be a three down backer before his time is up at LSU.
Whit’s about to get a nice bump in the rankings after showing out at All-American bowl last week. Pretty good chance he ends up a top-150 national recruit when it’s all said and done!!
However, his younger brother (Whit) has the potential to be a three down backer before his time is up at LSU.
Whit’s about to get a nice bump in the rankings after showing out at All-American bowl last week. Pretty good chance he ends up a top-150 national recruit when it’s all said and done!!
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