Les Miles

  1. Edward Paris Commits to LSU: Where Florida, Texas Turn After Missing on 5-Star

    Five-star safety Edward Paris has committed to LSU. Paris is a huge pickup for Les Miles and his staff and the Tigers are off to a phenomenal start on the recruiting trail. Including Paris, LSU's 2014 class now has five recruits committed...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 4 months ago 5,768 reads 2 comments

  2. Can Alabama Steal Four 2014 5-Star Recruits from LSU's Backyard?

    The LSU Tigers have the opportunity to really bolster their program by landing some major in-state 5-star commitments in 2014, but by now, Les Miles and his staff have to expect that Nick Saban and Alabama won't make it easy...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 4 months ago 15,581 reads 229 comments

  3. SEC West Football: Perception and Reality Are Not Always Aligned

    It is true of every school. The fans who fill the stadiums of the SEC West each Saturday in the fall see their school through a filter that may not be quite on the money...

    Gary Brown Written by Gary Brown about 4 months ago 901 reads 36 comments

  4. LSU Football: Why QB Zach Mettenberger Will Live Up to the Hype in 2013

    LSU quarterback Zach Mettenberger entered the 2012 campaign with the pressure of resurrecting an LSU offense that had been remarkably one-dimensional ever since former Tiger quarterback Ryan Perrilloux was dismissed prior to the 2008 season...

    Barrett Sallee Written by Barrett Sallee about 4 months ago 8 reads 14 comments

  5. LSU Football: Way-Too-Early 2014 Recruiting Board

    With national signing day now officially in the books, where do we possibly go from here when it comes to the recruiting front? We've already looked at LSU's entire 2013 class, pointing ...

    Sean Merriman Written by Sean Merriman about 4 months ago 5,453 reads 5 comments

  6. Analyzing the Increased Responsibility Recruits Will Have in 2014 and Beyond

    The winds of change are blowing as the NCAA has moved to deregulate the recruiting landscape. While the Big Ten coaches and athletic directors hope to fight the news, the fact is that freedom is on the way for those in the recruiting game...

    Michael Felder Written by Michael Felder about 4 months ago 2,540 reads 1 comments

  7. How a Recruit -- and a School -- Benefit from a Player Enrolling Early

    Something that used to be a rare occurrence is now becoming quite commonplace on the collegiate landscape...

    Michael Felder Written by Michael Felder about 4 months ago 3,060 reads 3 comments

  8. LSU Football: 5 Freshmen the Tigers Can Build Around

    Les Miles has to feel pretty darn good about the incoming freshman recruiting class he is bringing to Baton Rouge this upcoming season. Miles and the Tigers reeled in the No. 6-ranked class in the nation, according to Rivals...

    Sean Merriman Written by Sean Merriman about 4 months ago 3,327 reads 5 comments

  9. LSU Football: Good and Bad of National Signing Day

    LSU head coach Les Miles is no stranger to national signing day and the ups and downs that this big day can bring in the field of recruitment...

    Sean Merriman Written by Sean Merriman about 4 months ago 3,855 reads 2 comments

  10. Tashawn Bower: Defensive End Saves LSU's Defensive Front with Commitment

    It hasn't been the best of days for Les Miles and the LSU Tigers, but that might have all changed with a big commitment from defensive end Tashawn Bower...

    Jonathan Irwin Written by Jonathan Irwin about 4 months ago 920 reads 1 comments

  11. Winners and Losers of National Signing Day

    National signing day can be one of the most exciting days of the year for a college football program. Conversely, it can also be a very disappointing day. The line between commitments and decommitments is often very thin...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 4 months ago 13 reads 159 comments

  12. Why LSU Won't Fret Missing on No. 1 Recruit Robert Nkemdiche

    No. 1 overall recruit Robert Nkemdiche has officially committed to Ole Miss , choosing the Rebels over the LSU Tigers and Florida Gators. This will go down as a marquee recruiting win for Hugh Freeze and the Rebels...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 4 months ago 33,435 reads 24 comments

  13. LSU Football Recruiting: Meet All 2013 Commits

    Les Miles and the LSU Tigers boast a very strong 2013 recruiting class. LSU has consistently been a contender in the SEC, and Miles' ability as a recruiter is a huge reason why that is possible...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 5 months ago 20,595 reads 8 comments

  14. LSU Football: Is Current Depth Hurting Les Miles' Recruiting?

    It's a question that you have to always ask when it comes to recruiting—does a team's current depth hurt its chances of landing certain prospects? In LSU's case, that is a glaring question...

    Sean Merriman Written by Sean Merriman about 5 months ago 2,062 reads 7 comments

  15. Will LSU Win over Robert Nkemdiche on 5-Star's Official Visit?

    With one tweet, the run-up to national signing day got a lot more interesting. Robert Nkemdiche —the 6'4", 285-pound defensive end from Grayson (Ga.) High School, and the nation's consensus No...

    Barrett Sallee Written by Barrett Sallee about 5 months ago 8,465 reads 27 comments

  16. Why LSU's Jeremy Hill Could Be the Next Great SEC Running Back

    It's safe to say that LSU running back Jeremy Hill's freshman season with the Tigers was a rousing success. The Baton Rouge native led the team in rushing in 2012, amassing 755 yards and 12 touchdowns on 142 carries...

    Barrett Sallee Written by Barrett Sallee about 5 months ago 5,179 reads 66 comments

  17. How Les Miles Should Handle No. 1 Recruit Robert Nkemdiche Canceling LSU Visit

    Another day equals another twist and turn in the saga known as Robert Nkemdiche 's recruiting process. Update 2/1/13: According to Kipp Adams of ESPN...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 5 months ago 11,644 reads 60 comments

  18. Does LSU Still Have a Chance for Robert Nkemdiche After 5-Star's Ole Miss Visit?

    The LSU Tigers are still in the running for 5-star defensive end and No. 1 overall recruit Robert Nkemdiche ...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 5 months ago 11,797 reads 19 comments

  19. LSU Football: 5 Things Zach Mettenberger Must Do to Improve in 2013

    Zach Mettenberger learned a lot in his first year as LSU's starting quarterback. The strong-armed junior led the Tigers to a 10-2 record and showed great improvement as the year went on...

    Sean Merriman Written by Sean Merriman about 5 months ago 1,809 reads 2 comments

  20. 10 Most Intimidating Coaches in College Football

    There are many things that go into making a successful college football coach; determination, talent, intelligence, and a strong personality are just some of the ingredients that combine to make a good coach...

    David Luther Written by David Luther about 5 months ago 10,393 reads 23 comments

  21. LSU Football: Did LSU's Coaching Staff Cost Them 2 Prized Recruits?

    LSU's 2013 recruiting class had the chance to go from "good" to "great" if the Tigers' were able to land two of the nation's top defensive backs in Priest Willis and Tahaan Goodman...

    Sean Merriman Written by Sean Merriman about 5 months ago 6,637 reads 12 comments

  22. LSU Football: Did the Tigers Spend Too Much on Les Miles' Extension?

    After briefly flirting with Arkansas this offseason, Les Miles recommitted to stay as the head coach of the LSU Tigers. Apparently, that commitment has paid off...

    Barrett Sallee Written by Barrett Sallee about 5 months ago 6 reads 111 comments

  23. Why LSU Is Doomed If No. 1 Recruit Robert Nkemdiche Doesn't Visit the Tigers

    The LSU Tigers have to do everything they can to try to secure an official visit from No. 1 overall recruit Robert Nkemdiche ...

    Andrew Kulha Written by Andrew Kulha about 5 months ago 17,590 reads 38 comments

  24. LSU Football Recruiting: Tigers' National Signing Day Wish List

    So what if it is only January? Christmas is still 11 months away, but that dosen't mean that LSU head coach Les Miles dosen't have his special list prepared for college football's version of Christmas—National Signing Day...

    Sean Merriman Written by Sean Merriman about 5 months ago 3,408 reads 1 comments

  25. LSU Football: Why Tim Williams' Alabama Commitment Should Bother Les Miles

    Les Miles had his own personal Kevin McAllister moment this past week. Come on, you know what I'm talking about...

    Sean Merriman Written by Sean Merriman about 5 months ago 16 reads 40 comments