College Football Freshmen Facing Pressure In 2026

ESPN college football and recruiting writer Eli Lederman recently named 14 freshmen facing the most pressure ahead of their debut campaigns later this year.

In his list was LSU five-star lineman Lamar Brown:

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Lamar Brown, DT, LSU Tigers

2026 SC Next 300 ranking: No. 1

The Tigers went all in to edge Texas A&M for Brown's commitment under Brian Kelly, then held on to sign the nation's No. 1 overall recruit in Lane Kiffin's first week on the job in December. With a rare blend of power and quickness, Brown projects to eventually become a versatile wrecker alongside the defensive line. In the near term, he'll likely require some physical and technical development before reaching his full potential. LSU's glut of defensive tackle depth means the Tigers won't necessarily need Brown any sooner than he's ready in 2026. But arriving next to Richard Anderson and Deuce Geralds in an ultratalented defensive line class, eyes will be on Brown in 2026, and it will be imperative for him to make serious strides in Year 1.

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