Five-Star DL Lamar Brown Discusses Aggies Visit, Decision to Skip LSU
COLLEGE STATION, TX — In a recruiting shocker that’s sent ripples across the SEC, five-star defensive lineman Lamar Brown — the 6’5″, 285-pound wrecking ball out of Buford High School in Georgia — has opened up about his eye-opening visit to Texas A&M and why he’s decided to bypass powerhouse LSU.
Brown, ranked as the No. 2 defensive lineman in the 2025 class by 247Sports, arrived in College Station this weekend with expectations — but left with conviction. “It wasn’t just the facilities, even though they’re insane,” Brown said. “It was the energy. The staff, the players, the vibe — everything just felt real.”
His decision not to attend LSU’s highly anticipated “Bayou Bash Weekend” raised eyebrows, especially given LSU’s longstanding relationship with Brown dating back to his sophomore year. But according to the Georgia native, the choice wasn’t impulsive — it was intentional.
“LSU’s a great program. I’ve got love for Coach Kelly and what they’ve built,” Brown explained. “But I needed clarity, not just hype. I’m not chasing glitz — I’m looking for fit.”
And Texas A&M delivered on that front. Brown spent hours with Aggies head coach Mike Elko and defensive line coach Sean Spencer, breaking down film, walking through schemes, and even joining the team’s Saturday evening bonding session. “Coach Spencer talks like he’s already coaching me. It’s not about promises — it’s about preparation,” Brown said. “He told me straight up: ‘If you come here, you’re gonna bleed, sweat, and earn everything — and we’ll make you a pro.’ That hit me.”
Insiders report that the Aggies rolled out a subtle but effective visit — not flash, but family. Brown toured the Bright Football Complex, met with academic advisors, and spent time with current players, including fellow Georgia native and current A&M starter Walter Nolen. “Walter told me, ‘This place changed my life, man. It’s where I became a man,’” Brown shared.
But perhaps the biggest moment came during a surprise private meeting with A&M legend Myles Garrett, who happened to be on campus for a charity event. “He talked about legacy — what it means to build something, not just join something,” Brown said. “That stuck with me.”
With Alabama, Georgia, and Florida State still in pursuit, Brown says his recruitment isn’t over — but the Aggies have surged. “They’ve made it really hard for anyone else to top this,” he said. “This visit didn’t just raise the bar — it reset it.”
And as for skipping LSU?
“I’ve been to Baton Rouge. I know what they bring. But I’m focused on what builds me. Right now, A&M feels like that place.”
Decision day is still weeks away, but the momentum in College Station is undeniable — and Lamar Brown may soon be the next elite defender donning maroon and white.
