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LSU, Virginia Tech, Notre Dame Emerging for Prized DL Recruit
Four-star defensive lineman Joseph Buchanan presses reset on recruitment after initially planning February commitment.
Feb. 9, 2026 at 10:15am
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Owings Mills (Md.) McDonogh four-star defensive lineman Joseph Buchanan has pressed the reset button on his recruitment process after initially planning to reveal a commitment on Feb. 15. Buchanan, a top-25 defensive lineman in the 2027 class, has earned offers from Notre Dame, Virginia Tech, Indiana, Penn State and others after a strong junior campaign. He was previously down to North Carolina, Ohio State, Indiana and Notre Dame, but is now keeping his options open, with LSU also emerging as a school of interest.
Why it matters
Buchanan is a highly coveted defensive line prospect, and his recruitment being opened back up gives several top programs a chance to make a late push for his commitment. LSU's entry into the mix is notable, as the Tigers have been aggressively recruiting top talent from across the country.
The details
The 6-foot-4, 260-pound Buchanan initially planned to commit on Feb. 15 but has now pressed the reset button on his recruitment. LSU offered him a scholarship in late January, and the SEC powerhouse has become a school that intrigues Buchanan, leading him to delay his commitment. Meanwhile, LSU is also pursuing four-star wide receiver Ah'Mari Stevens, who is currently committed to Miami.
- Buchanan initially planned to commit on Feb. 15.
- LSU offered Buchanan a scholarship in late January.
The players
Joseph Buchanan
A four-star defensive lineman from Owings Mills (Md.) McDonogh, ranked as a top-25 player in the 2027 recruiting class.
Lane Kiffin
The head coach of the LSU Tigers, who has been aggressively recruiting top talent from across the country.
Ah'Mari Stevens
A four-star wide receiver from Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) Chaminade-Madonna Prep, currently committed to the Miami Hurricanes but being pursued by LSU.
Mario Cristobal
The head coach of the Miami Hurricanes, who currently holds a verbal commitment from Ah'Mari Stevens.
What they’re saying
“Top247 DL Joseph Buchanan eyed a February commitment but instead is resetting his recruitment. He explains why, and which schools are catching his attention”
— BrianDohn247 (Twitter)
What’s next
Buchanan is expected to take his time with his recruitment and not rush into a decision, as several top programs continue to pursue him.
The takeaway
Buchanan's recruitment being reopened is a significant development, as the highly-touted defensive lineman is now being targeted by several elite programs, including LSU, which has been aggressively recruiting top talent from across the country.
