The recruiting race got much more intense than expected. Teams are going all-out for their top high school picks, but some are still stuck in the past, trying to reel in their old commits. Yes, you heard that right. In the LSU Tigers vs. Alabama showdown today, the game is not only about the win but also about gaining the trust of the young players. And LSU and Brian Kelly are not leaving any stone unturned in doing that. Let’s see if their efforts are worth the try.
Today, rivalsdotcom took to their official Instagram account to share surprising news regarding Duncanville’s five-star recruit and wide receiver Dakorien Moore’s visit for the LSU Tigers game against Alabama Crimson Tide, saying, “A BIG WIN OVER ALABAMA WOULD HELP 👀🔥” Well, looks like head coach Brian Kelly and the Tigers are aiming to secure a personal win ahead of facing Bama. But for that, they need to secure a win against them, and that will not be a simple task.
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However, Dakorien Moore’s decision to visit LSU again is quite surprising, knowing the fact that Moore has been committed to the Oregon Ducks since July after de-committing from the Tigers. And here again, Dakorien is visiting their game, which is not only concerning for the Ducks but is also raising questions about Moore’s stand on his decision.
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Knowing the fact that Dakorien Moore is posing a remarkable hold over his game, there is no doubt that the LSU Tigers are trying hard to get him back. During his sophomore season playing for the Texas State Champions, Moore caught 44 passes, running for 764 yards with seven touchdowns. Well, this is more than enough to project him as a top choice for every prestigious program. For now, let’s know the reason behind Moore’s sudden shift towards Oregon.
Dakorien Moore’s reason for switching
Well, the Oregon Ducks are the number-one program in the nation with a streak of nine consecutive wins in the season. The team not only remains undefeated but is also raising its stakes on winning this year’s championship. And the team is heading towards its first-ever national championship with remarkable standing. And this is more than enough to hold Dakorien Moore’s trust in the team. But even before gaining these stats, they quite impressed the young wide receiver as he mentioned the reason behind his switch, saying, “I love how open I can be when I’m out there. Their uniforms and their style, they’re just different.” Moore also added to it, saying, “I just think they have great coaches in general.”
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Can LSU Tigers flip Dakorien Moore's commitment, or is Oregon's allure too strong to resist?
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However, it’s still quite surprising to witness Dakorien Moore’s sudden change of mind, as the LSU Tigers are known for their expertise in shaping talented wide receivers in the NFL. Some of them are Odell Beckham and Brian Thomas. It looks like Moore is thinking about his decision again as he is visiting the Tigers for today’s game. But will they be able to successfully flip his commitment from the top-ranked team of this season?
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Can LSU Tigers flip Dakorien Moore's commitment, or is Oregon's allure too strong to resist?