The No. 1 Player in LSU & No. 2 Quarterback in the Nation Stays Home — Michael Van Buren Jr. Commits to the Tigers
In a stunning announcement that has electrified Baton Rouge, five-star quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr., the No. 1 player in LSU’s 2025 class and ranked as the No. 2 quarterback in the entire country, has made it official he’s staying home to play for the LSU Tigers.
Van Buren Jr., a dynamic signal-caller with a reputation for leadership, accuracy, and explosive playmaking, chose the Tigers over powerhouse programs including Auburn, Florida, and Georgia. The decision solidifies LSU’s recruiting dominance and sets the stage for what could be one of the most dangerous offenses in the SEC for years to come.
“This is home,” Van Buren Jr. said during his announcement. “I grew up dreaming of wearing purple and gold, and now I get to make that dream real. LSU is family, and I want to bring championships back to Baton Rouge.”
The 6-foot-2 phenom has been a household name on the recruiting circuit, praised for his poise in the pocket and his ability to create plays under pressure. Analysts have compared his skill set to some of the elite quarterbacks in both college football and the NFL, pointing to his dual-threat capabilities and football IQ.
Head coach Brian Kelly couldn’t be more thrilled. With LSU already building momentum in recruiting, Van Buren’s commitment signals that the Tigers aren’t just competing with the SEC elite they are looking to dominate it.
“This is a game-changer,” one SEC recruiting analyst noted. “Landing Michael Van Buren Jr. means LSU has their quarterback of the future. This is the type of commitment that shifts the balance of power.”
For LSU fans, the news feels monumental. Not only is one of the nation’s top talents staying home, but he also represents a future filled with promise, excitement, and the potential to bring national titles back to Death Valley.
With Michael Van Buren Jr. now locked in, LSU’s 2025 recruiting class takes a massive leap forward and Tiger Nation has every reason to roar with confidence.
