Brian Kelly and his staff set the bar high with LSU’s 2025 recruiting class. Well, matching or surpassing that success won’t be easy, but they’re going all in. And as the battle for top recruits heats up, the Tigers continue to turn heads. Right now, they’re gearing up for what could be their biggest weekend visit of the year. Yes, during spring workouts, LSU will roll out the red carpet for a stacked list of high-profile targets. And among them, one name stands out—a star prospect from Prosper, Texas.
It’s none other than Zaden Krempin. With offers from Alabama, Texas, LSU, Clemson, and more he’s one of the most sought-after recruits in the country. And this spring, he’s been on the move, visiting top programs and locking in his official visits for the summer. Although LSU has secured one of his 4 final visits, now comes the real challenge—setting themselves apart. While Michigan has emerged as Krempin’s leading out-of-state candidate this spring, the Longhorns and SMU are battling to keep the top talent. And even though Krempin has visited LSU 3 times so far, they now possess a secret weapon.
While through the transfer portal, the Tigers have already strengthened their offensive line, their current goal is to obtain a long-term anchor. And following that, Krempin might be the final component needed to build their future powerhouse if they can win him over. And here, Krempin’s weekend visit to LSU seems to have made an impact—thanks in part to the Tigers’ 319-pound anchor, offensive tackle Will Campbell. Yes, the big man played his role perfectly, giving Krempin and his family an inside look at what LSU football is all about.
Thank you @will_campbell66 for taking time to talk to me and my family all about @LSUfootball! @coachbraddavis @zanderkrempin @CarlSt_Cyr @ajv @ProsperEaglesFB @CoachSteamroll @Coach_Hill2 @CoachJoeSloan @PGuy77 pic.twitter.com/ppNdlCWrp9
— Zaden Krempin (@zadenkrempin) March 14, 2025
As of now, Krempin himself summed it up best, writing, “Thank you @will_campbell66 for taking the time to talk to me and my family all about @LSUfootball!” Safe to say, LSU made a strong impression. But the real question remains—will it be enough to seal the deal? That’s still uncertain, but there’s a real chance. The standout IOL ( Zaden Krempin) has already planned to return to LSU on May 30.
Look, from 2022 to 2024, OT Campbell was a rock for LSU, starting all 38 games at left tackle. On top of that, in 2024, he dominated the trenches, winning the Jacobs Blocking Trophy and earning consensus All-America honors. And then his pass-blocking numbers? Elite; just one sack every 398.25 snaps and one pressure per 32.5 snaps—proof of his dominance. To be honest, with a resume like that, who better to make an impact on Krempin than Brian Kelly’s LSU? And although Campbell has already declared for the 2025 NFL Draft, it looks like his loyalty to LSU will never fade.
Even though LSU has a great chance of winning this Texas elite prospect, Michigan is still in the running.
Who else, if not LSU?
Michigan is keeping the momentum rolling on the recruiting trail, building on Sherrone Moore’s electric start in Ann Arbor. And while the Wolverines are making waves in the 2025 and 2026 classes, they just scored a major win—flipping 5-star OL Ty Haywood from Alabama. But the excitement doesn’t stop there, and rumors are heating up. Well, on Monday, a picture surfaced of another top-tier OL who could soon be calling Wolverine country home.
Right now, Wolverine fans are going crazy over Zaden Krempin, as he shared a photo on X with Ty Haywood, standing on a beach, along with four ‘M’ emojis and the words “#GoBlue.” But Krempin is among the top 100 prospects in the 2026 class. Meanwhile, Michigan could be poised for yet another decisive victory in the trenches if his post is any indication.
However, landing Krempin won’t be easy for LSU or Michigan, as both are going all out to secure this elite prospect. Now, let’s see who wins the race.
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