LSU head coach Lane Kiffin might be known for his social media flair, but on this particular Thursday, things were a little quieter than usual. That’s not to say he wasn’t active-just more measured, perhaps, as he balanced a heavy recruiting schedule with his usual online presence.
Coming off a full day on the recruiting trail Wednesday, Kiffin wrapped things up in Lake Charles with a visit to Sam Houston High School. His target?
Albert Simien, one of the top offensive line prospects in the country. Simien, listed at 6-foot-4 and 280 pounds, is ranked as the No. 35 overall player and the No. 4 interior offensive lineman in the Class of 2027, according to 247Sports.
He’s also the No. 4 player in the state of Louisiana-a key battleground for LSU as it looks to lock down elite in-state talent.
Sam Houston’s football program acknowledged the visit with a social media post thanking Kiffin for stopping by, a nod to the importance of face time in the recruiting process. For Kiffin, it’s part of a larger push to build a foundation in the 2027 class, and Simien is clearly a priority.
Thursday morning, Kiffin kicked things off with a motivational message on social media-classic Kiffin. With coffee in hand, he offered some perspective: “Just remember the tide goes in and also out every day.
Don’t be surprised by it ever.” He signed off with a message of gratitude and encouragement, blending philosophy with football energy in a way only he can.
Later, he shared a light-hearted moment featuring his niece, Grace Kiffin, at a Pilates class. The post included someone wearing a Lane Kiffin “Hoe” shirt-a nod to Kiffin’s infamous internet persona. It was another reminder that while he’s chasing blue-chip recruits across the state, he’s also maintaining the playful, self-aware brand that’s made him one of college football’s most recognizable figures.
Around midday, Kiffin posted a quote from Brianna Wiest’s The Pivot Year, urging followers to “Go for it!!! Jump.” It’s the kind of message that resonates with fans and players alike-equal parts life advice and recruiting mantra.
But Kiffin’s not just tweeting for the sake of it. His posts often offer subtle clues about where he’s headed next.
A photo he shared of a framed Cincinnati Bengals jersey belonging to Trent Taylor-alongside a plaque for former Miami quarterback Brock Berlin-hinted at a likely return to Evangel Christian Academy in Shreveport. Both Taylor and Berlin came out of that program before making it to the NFL, and it’s a school with deep football roots.
That’s also where LSU commit Peyton Houston played his high school ball. Houston, a four-star quarterback in the 2027 class, is already pledged to the Tigers.
At 5-foot-11 and 200 pounds, he’s ranked as the No. 9 quarterback nationally and the No. 8 overall player in Louisiana. Kiffin’s visit would be more than a courtesy stop-it’s a continued investment in a player expected to be a cornerstone of LSU’s future.
So while it might’ve been a quieter day on the social media front by Kiffin’s standards, the work behind the scenes was anything but slow. From Lake Charles to Shreveport, LSU’s head coach is staying active, visible, and intentional-building relationships, reinforcing commitments, and keeping the Tigers firmly in the mix for some of the state’s premier talent.