Four-Star Wide Receiver Cade Cooper Commits to LSU
Cade Cooper, a 6‑foot‑3, 205‑pound wide receiver from the 2027 class, announced his verbal commitment to Louisiana State on Wednesday, ending a recruitment that had long been circled by the Fighting Irish.
The decision follows an official visit to Baton Rouge and a final showdown with Ole Miss, but it was LSU’s persistent pursuit that ultimately tipped the scales.
Ranked as a four‑star prospect by the 247 Sports Composite, Cooper’s growing list of suitors includes Georgia, Ohio State and Penn State, underscoring the national attention his game has attracted.
During his junior season he recorded 44 receptions for 644 yards and six touchdowns, numbers that helped cement his status as one of the most coveted pass catchers in the country.
With Cooper’s pledge, Notre Dame turns its focus to other top targets in the 2027 wide receiver pool, notably Julius Jones Jr. and Myles McAfee, as the program seeks to rebuild its receiving corps.
Coaches and analysts alike note that Cooper’s blend of size, twitch and physicality gives him a rare combination that could translate into immediate impact for the Tigers’ offense.