Brian Kelly and the Louisiana State University football staff continue their pursuit of the top-ranked cornerback in the state of Louisiana, with New Iberia native Javoree Antoine nearing a decision.
Antoine, the No. 1 defensive back in the Bayou State, had committed to the Tigers in January but backed out of his commitment to LSU in June.
The top 10 cornerback in the nation has announced his intention to opt out of his contract with the Bayou Bengals amid interest from two powerhouse teams.
Despite getting engaged to Kelly and co in January, Antoine has continued to make official visits elsewhere in recent months.
The coveted defensive back then found his way back onto the free agent market with Miami and Florida State making a bid for him.
The 6-foot-2, 185-pound Antoine, a native of New Iberia, Louisiana, has skyrocketed up the recruiting rankings this year, climbing to the top 75 overall in the 2025 cycle.
LSU secondary coach Corey Raymond has his foot on the gas again as Antoine makes another signing move after successfully recruiting the star cornerback who returned to Baton Rouge earlier this year.
The final candidates are LSU and Miami with less than 24 hours to decide, but LSU continues to be in hot pursuit of him.
LSU will know the answer once Antoine announces his commitment decision. July 20th.
There are ties to both programs: Antoine has played 7-on-7 games in the offseason for a South Florida-based team that has some ties to Florida State.
He has taken an official visit to Miami and has visited the campus multiple times.
Antoine removed Florida State from the mix this week, narrowing the game down to an LSU-Miami matchup that could prove crucial.
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Though Antoine recently decommitted from the program, LSU has remained in contact and is looking to bring the star player back for the 2025 class.
A local product of LSU cornerbacks coach Corey Raymond, he has been playing with more enthusiasm of late.
Now, with the decision coming up on Saturday, July 20, LSU is locked in a tight race along with Miami, with both teams hot on their heels in pursuit of one of the top uncommitted prospects in the 2025 cycle.
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