Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball LSU’s QB Room Is STACKED: 5-Star Longstreet Joins Leavitt and Clark
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Jan 14, 2026 LSU made a remarkable shift by landing 5-star quarterback Husan Longstreet from USC, rejuvenating their QB roster from zero to stacked in just 72 hours. The discussion dives into the strategic intricacies of the transfer portal and the recruitment efforts that brought in Longstreet alongside Sam Leavitt and Landen Clark. Stability is restored, marking a new era for LSU’s quarterbacks, alongside updates on offensive line needs and the potential impact of recruits like Sean Thompkins. It's a thrilling time for LSU fans!
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72-Hour QB Turnaround
- LSU flipped an apparent QB crisis into a top-tier room by landing Sam Leavitt, Husan Longstreet, and Landen Clark in 72 hours.
- Matt Moscona argues this creates rare multi-year stability and dramatically improves LSU's QB outlook.
Stalking Horse Visit Strategy
- Moscona recounts LSU arranging a Ryan Staub visit as a strategic 'stalking horse' to push Longstreet toward committing.
- That visit created urgency and reportedly spurred Longstreet to sign with LSU.
Development Pitch Won Longstreet
- LSU sold Longstreet on long-term NFL development, spring reps, and potential early playing time if Sam Leavitt's injury lingers.
- Moscona frames the pitch as a 10–15 year NFL-first development decision to entice a former five-star to accept competition.