Five-Star Plus+ QB, 2025 No. 1 prospect Bryce Underwood commits to LSU

Belleville (Mich.) Five-Star Plus+ quarterback Bryce Underwood has committed to LSU.

He chose the Tigers over Alabama, Colorado, Michigan, Oregon, Penn State, and Florida State.

Underwood is the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2025 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

Michigan battled LSU down the stretch for the elite gunslinger, but the in-state Wolverines couldn’t overcome the push from Brian Kelly, Joe Sloan and Co. Underwood made four visits to Baton Rouge in 2023 and has now pledged to the SEC powerhouse to kick off 2024.

The addition of Underwood is yet another massive win for the Tigers on the recruiting trail in the 2025 cycle. With his pledge, LSU’s 2025 class now features the top-ranked quarterback, running back and wide receiver in the On3 Industry Ranking.

Earlier this week, Metairie (La.) St. Martin’s Episcopal five-star running back Harlem Berry announced his commitment to the Tigers. Duncanville (Texas) Five-Star Plus+ wide receiver Dakorien Moore did the same back in August.

In total, the class now features eight commits and ranks No. 1 in the nation, according to the On3 Industry Team Recruiting Rankings. LSU is primed for a massive haul come December 2024.

Underwood has an On3 NIL Valuation of $469K. The On3 NIL Valuation is the industry’s leading index that sets high school and college athletes’ projected annual value (PAV). The NIL valuation does not act as a tracker of the value of NIL deals an athlete has completed to date. It rather signifies an athlete’s value at a certain moment in time.

Bryce Underwood Scouting Summary

“The early top quarterback prospect in the 2025 cycle. A top arm talent and plus athlete who is among the more physically-gifted quarterback prospects in recent cycles. Measured at 6-foot-3, 210 pounds with a 10-inch hand the spring after his sophomore season. Owns a big-time arm with the ability to drive the ball with velocity to all levels of the field. Throws a very tight spiral that amplifies the velocity on the tail of his passes. Has shown advanced nuance and skill as a passer early on. Comfortable delivering over the middle of the field from within the pocket. Consistently sticks the ball on receivers against tight coverage. Shows the ability to layer passes with touch and high-level location.

…Doubles as a run threat with the ability to make defenders miss and pull away at the second level. Has a 27-1 record as as a starter over the first two years of his high school career, leading his school to back-to-back state titles. Completed 65% of his passes for 2,751 yards and 37 touchdowns as a sophomore. Also rushed for 642 yards and eight scores. Very young for the cycle with an August birthday and could technically be a 2026 prospect. Has considerable physical upside and room for continued growth.”