re: Per capita, Louisiana is producing the most NFL skill/speed talent, and by a large margin

Admittedly - have not read entire thread - but find it interesting regarding the level of talent in LA, yet as stated we for some reason have a lack of O-line and QB talent.

Recall the mass exodus during the 90s, and then Saban came along and locked down the state, and at that time was able to get good lineman from the old district 2-5A (mainly from West monroe).

Fast forward to Saban at bama - and one of the first places he went once hired was into that area. Doesnt help that Tuscaloosa is a straight shot - maybe 4 hours down I-20 from there, compared to 3 hours from BR. Not saying that geography weighs very heavy in the decision, but I imagine it doesn't hurt.

One thing for Bama to take talent from the athlete/skill spots, when we seem to have an abundance - another thing when he takes what few lineman we produce.

All in all, LSU is fortunate not having to compete with in state rivals for kids, but at same token - you get miles in there, being so delusional that its locked and therefore doesn't need attention - and next thing you know, you got 4 sec schools cherry picking who they want.