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What 3-Star Darryus McKinley's Commitment Means for LSU Football's 2026 Recruiting Class

LOUISIANA, AUG 1 – Darryus McKinley, a four-star defensive lineman, chose LSU over Tennessee, Texas, and Florida to join the Tigers' 2026 class and play alongside his brother Dominick.

  • On Friday, Acadiana High School defensive lineman Darryus McKinley committed to LSU, becoming the Tigers’ 17th commitment for the 2026 class after narrowing his list to LSU, Tennessee, Texas and Florida.
  • Family ties prompted McKinley to team up with his brother Dominick, LSU’s sophomore defensive tackle, whose presence influenced his decision.
  • On the field, the 6-foot-3, 275-pound Acadiana High School defensive lineman McKinley showcased his playmaking and flexibility, recording 43 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, eight sacks and 11 quarterback hurries as a junior.
  • Strengthening its front, LSU bolstered one of the top 2026 DL classes after Friday, with LSU’s class ranking 10th nationally per 247Sports, and his pledge further improved the group.
  • Within LSU’s deep defensive line group, McKinley strengthens an already elite lineup as the fifth DL in the class of 2026, joining Lamar Brown, Richard Anderson, and Trenton Henderson.
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The Advocate broke the news in Baton Rouge, United States on Friday, August 1, 2025.
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