Lane Kiffin isn’t just rebuilding LSU - he’s reloading, retooling, and reimagining what the Tigers can be in the post-Brian Kelly era. After locking down the nation’s top transfer portal class and bringing in a flurry of talent during the Early Signing Period, Kiffin is already turning his attention to the next big prize: the 2027 recruiting class.
And one name that’s starting to heat up in Baton Rouge circles? Four-star wide receiver Ah’Mari Stevens.
Now, Stevens is still verbally committed to Miami - he announced that decision back on January 13, 2025 - but the door is far from closed. In fact, it’s cracked open just enough to keep LSU fans watching closely.
Earlier this week, Stevens dropped his top five schools on social media, and LSU made the cut. Also in the mix: Miami, Texas, Georgia, and Tennessee.
That’s a heavyweight list, and Stevens has the talent to match. According to 247Sports, he’s the No. 235 overall player in the 2027 class, the No. 31 wide receiver nationally, and the No. 25 prospect in the state of Florida.
He plays his high school ball at Chaminade-Madonna in Hollywood, Florida - a program that’s become a pipeline for elite talent, including former Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith. Stevens isn’t just a standout on the football field either; he’s a track athlete as well, which shows up in his game with explosive speed and fluid movement.
For LSU, flipping Stevens would be a big-time win, especially as Kiffin looks to build out a 2027 class that currently includes just two players: 4-star EDGE Jaiden Bryant and 4-star quarterback Peyton Houston. That’s a strong foundation, but adding a dynamic playmaker like Stevens would take things to another level.
And let’s be honest - Kiffin has plenty to sell. LSU has a rich history of producing elite receivers, from Odell Beckham Jr. and Jarvis Landry to Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase.
That legacy speaks volumes to recruits, and Kiffin knows how to amplify it. He’s already said that LSU “recruits itself” - and when you combine that brand power with his offensive mind, it becomes a compelling pitch for any top-tier skill player.
As for Miami, Stevens’ current commitment still stands. But the fact that he’s entertaining other programs - and publicly listing LSU among his top five - suggests this recruitment is far from over. Mario Cristobal and the Hurricanes will have to work hard to keep him in the fold, especially with Kiffin and company lurking.
Bottom line: LSU is swinging big in 2027, and Ah’Mari Stevens is very much on their radar. If Kiffin can close the deal, it would be another statement move in what’s quickly becoming one of the most aggressive and intriguing roster overhauls in college football.