‘They really made it feel like home’ - HC Brian Kelly and LSU Tigers making strong push for 5-star recruit at major position of need

“They really made it feel like home.” 

Iheanacho is considered to be an elite recruit by multiple of the major recruiting platform. That includes the On3 Industry ranking that currently has him rated as the No. 2 overall player, and No. 2 offensive tackle in the 2026 recruiting class behind Cantwell. The Maryland native also sits as a five-star player on the 247Sports Composite ranking, pegged as the No. 6 overall player and No. 1 interior offensive lineman in the class. 

Outside of LSU, a long list of impressive programs have pursued the 6-6.5, 345-pound behemoth. Some of Iheanacho’s other top offers include Georgia, Alabama, Oregon, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Texas, Michigan, Oklahoma, Tennessee, USC, Texas A&M, Florida, Florida State, Nebraska, Penn State, and Ole Miss among many others.

As of today, Oregon is viewed as the favorite for Iheanacho, and several prominent recruiting platforms seem to believe so. The Maryland native will be taking official visits to Auburn (June 6-8), Penn State (June 13-15), and Oregon (June 20-22). Iheanacho has a commitment date set for August 5.

From a physical perspective, you won’t find many more impressive than Iheanacho. He is a massive offensive lineman that some teams view as an offensive tackle, and others see him eventually moving inside to guard. For being a huge lineman, Iheanacho has some impressive movement skills. There is so much upside to tap into.