Overview
- Jaiden Bryant, a five‑star edge from Irmo, South Carolina, officially flipped his commitment from LSU to Miami and announced he will shut down his recruitment.
- Recruiting services list Bryant as a top‑25 national prospect and the No. 2 edge rusher in the 2027 class, a 6'3", near‑260 pound player noted for power at the point of attack and room to develop pass‑rush moves.
- Bryant told reporters his official visit to Miami was decisive, saying he felt wanted after coaches and players treated him and his family well during the trip.
- The addition moves Miami into the top three nationally for the 2027 cycle and drops LSU’s class ranking, a swing that recruiters say highlights the outsized effect of five‑star flips on national standings.
- The flip continues Mario Cristobal’s recent streak of stealing elite recruits and leans on Miami’s track record developing linemen to the NFL, while LSU remains active in the transfer portal as it rebuilds its 2027 haul.