LSU completed its 2019 recruiting class Wednesday with a few expected signings as well as a couple surprises.
Here's at look at how we graded each position group's signees. These grades reflect how LSU's staff did at filling a need and whether these prospects will be able to make an early impact if given the opportunity.
Breakdown: No change here as Parrish is the only quarterback in the 2019 class. Parrish led his team to an undefeated season and a state championship.
Parrish gives the Tigers depth at the quarterback position next season behind returning starter Joe Burrow. If all goes well he should have plenty of time to develop and get ready to compete with Myles Brennan and LSU’s 2020 QB commitments TJ Finley (Ponchatoula) and Max Johnson (Georgia) following his first season at LSU.
Breakdown: I said in December that this grade would rise if Ruston’s Ray Parker signed. Overall, LSU secured an impressive group of prospects on the offensive line. This group of prospects features some very athletic offensive lineman and several should see the field next year.
Breakdown: No change here either. LSU brings in two backs ranked in the top 10 at their position, both are All-Americans and both possess game-changing ability.
Both of these players will make an impact next season and don’t be surprised if Emery ends up being LSU’s leading rusher for the 2019 season.