Jordan Seaton, the top-ranked player in the transfer portal and one of the premier offensive tackles in the country, has officially committed to LSU, choosing Lane Kiffin and the Tigers over a host of top-tier programs. After two weeks of buzz and speculation, the 6-foot-5, 330-pound former Colorado standout made his decision, giving Kiffin a massive win in his first offseason at the helm in Baton Rouge.
Seaton had no shortage of suitors. Miami, Texas, Mississippi State, and Oregon were all in the mix, but LSU ultimately landed the blue-chip lineman-reportedly with an NIL deal north of $3 million. Beyond the money, Seaton cited LSU’s storied football tradition and the opportunity to be part of a reloaded Tigers roster that’s quickly becoming one of the most talent-rich in the country.
Kiffin has wasted no time reshaping LSU through the transfer portal, and Seaton is just the latest headline addition. He joins quarterback Sam Leavitt and edge rusher Princewill Umanmielen-both considered the top players at their positions in the portal-as part of what is now the No. 1-ranked transfer class in the nation. For a coach known for his offensive mind and aggressive roster building, this is a statement of intent.
For Oregon, Seaton’s decision is a tough miss, but far from a death blow. The Ducks have built a strong foundation up front in recent recruiting cycles, and they’ll now turn to the talent already in the pipeline.
That includes former four- and five-star recruits like Fox Crader, Trent Ferguson, Immanuel Iheanacho, and Tommy Tofi-players who have been developing in the program and are ready to compete. Incoming freshmen Zac Stascausky, Douglas Utu, and Demetri Manning will add even more depth and competition to the trenches.
The Ducks aren’t starting from scratch. Oregon’s offensive line has been a Joe Moore Award finalist in each of the past three seasons, a testament to the unit’s consistency and dominance. In 2026, the line will be anchored by senior leaders Iapani Laloulu at center and Dave Iuli at guard-two steady veterans who bring both experience and physicality to the front.
Seaton would have been a luxury addition, no doubt. Under offensive line coach A’lique Terry, Oregon has already sent linemen like Josh Conerly and Emmanuel Pregnon to the first round of the NFL Draft in recent years. That track record speaks volumes and remains a major selling point for future recruits.
And speaking of the future, Oregon isn’t standing still. With Seaton off the board, the Ducks have ramped up their efforts on the high school recruiting trail, making visits across the country and locking in official visits from several high-profile offensive line targets. The message is clear: Oregon is still building for long-term success, and they’re not backing down in the trenches.
For LSU, Seaton’s commitment is another major piece in what’s shaping up to be a transformative offseason. For Oregon, it's a pivot point-but not a setback. The Ducks have the depth, the development, and the drive to keep their offensive line among the nation’s best.