4-Star WR Ahmari Stevens Draws Interest From Top College Programs

Miami commit faces recruiting battle from LSU, Texas, Georgia, and Tennessee

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Ahmari Stevens, a highly-touted 4-star wide receiver in the 2027 recruiting class, remains committed to the University of Miami. However, several top college football programs, including LSU, Texas, Georgia, and Tennessee, are actively pursuing him and trying to flip his commitment.

Why it matters

Stevens is considered one of the top 30 wide receiver prospects in the country, and his recruitment is a high-stakes battle between several powerhouse programs looking to land a top talent. His decision could have a significant impact on the future success of the programs involved.

The details

Stevens originally committed to the University of Miami, but four SEC programs are now making a strong push to get him to change his mind. LSU, led by new head coach Lane Kiffin, is considered the closest to flipping Stevens, with an official visit scheduled for April 18. Texas, Georgia, and Tennessee are also heavily involved, with Stevens set to visit each of those schools in June.

  • Stevens committed to Miami in 2025.
  • LSU's official visit is scheduled for April 18, 2026.
  • Stevens will visit Texas on June 19, 2026.
  • Stevens will visit Georgia on June 5, 2026.

The players

Ahmari Stevens

A 4-star wide receiver prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, currently committed to the University of Miami.

Lane Kiffin

The new head coach of the LSU Tigers, who is leading the charge to flip Stevens from Miami.

George McDonald

The wide receivers coach at LSU, who has been heavily involved in recruiting Stevens.

Mario Cristobal

The head coach of the University of Miami, who is working to keep Stevens committed to the Hurricanes.

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What they’re saying

“LSU is probably the closest to Miami. They're coming very hard.”

— Ahmari Stevens, 4-star wide receiver prospect (Rivals)

“Texas is on me almost every day. They came to see me and they're trying hard to change my mind.”

— Ahmari Stevens, 4-star wide receiver prospect (Rivals)

“They win and get guys to the NFL.”

— Ahmari Stevens, 4-star wide receiver prospect (Rivals)

“Tennessee throws the ball, and I like how their staff is getting to know me and my family.”

— Ahmari Stevens, 4-star wide receiver prospect (Rivals)

What’s next

Stevens will take official visits to LSU, Texas, Georgia, and Tennessee in the coming months as he continues to evaluate his options, with a final decision expected sometime in the fall of 2026.

The takeaway

The recruitment of Ahmari Stevens highlights the intense competition for top talent in college football, as several elite programs are working hard to flip a highly-touted recruit from his original commitment. Stevens' decision could have a significant impact on the future success of the programs involved.