LSU makes move for Peach State LB Devin Smith

2024 Brunswick (Ga.) linebacker Devin Smith was at LSU for an unofficial visit with the Bayou Splash on Friday. The 6-3, 220-pounder is a key target for the Tigers and enjoyed his time on campus.

“It was good, I liked it. I had fun,” Smith told On3. “It gave me a chance to see the LSU coaches bond with us recruits outside of the traditional football setting.”

Defensive coordinator Matt House was among the coaches he saw relax a little bit more in the casual setting.

“The water games were cool and the good food and good vibes (stood out),” Smith said. “It was pretty relaxing just to see everyone being themself. Coach House is a great guy and awesome coach. I think he’s straight forward and genuine. You can tell the players love him and I can see why he’s always full of energy.

“He told me that he really wants to coach me on this level. He says that he thinks I can really play here and got the defense really well.”

LSU now sits squarely in the Top 3 for Smith, he reported. He still plans to make a decision in the middle of his senior season. Alabama, Auburn, South Carolina and Kentucky are also still in the hunt for Smith’s services, who announced his Top 5 earlier this month.

A high three-star talent, he’s the No. 601 player in the country according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a proprietary algorithm that compiles ratings and rankings from all four primary recruiting media services. He ranks as the No. 63 linebacker in the country and No. 68 prospect in Georgia.

Despite missing some action last fall, the LSU target tallied 63 tackles, 10 for loss and six sacks.

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