Solomon Thomas, 5-star Florida State OL commit, visiting LSU

One of the top offensive linemen in the country is in Baton Rouge this weekend.

Jacksonville (Fla.) Raines five-star interior offensive lineman Solomon Thomas confirmed with On3’s Chad Simmons that he is visiting LSU today. The Tigers had been pushing to get Thomas back to campus as they battle with FSU and Florida, per On3’s Steve Wiltfong.

Thomas has been committed to Florida State since December 2023, but he did take an official visit to Baton Rouge this June.

“They’re different,” Thomas told On3. “They’re different. I can say that. Coach (Brad) Davis and the expectations that he has for his offensive line is different. The players that he has our different. Of course they have Coach Davis but kudos to Will (Campbell) and Emery (Jones). Emery is a dog. And so is Will. Emery is a freaking dog and he can lead a team. They came up as freshman and they led. I don’t know how they were before but they set the expectation very high and I loved it.”

Earlier this month, FSU head coach Mike Norvell fired offensive coordinator/line coach Alex Atkins, wide receivers coach Ron Dugans and defensive coordinator Adam Fuller.

Thomas took to social media to voice his displeasure over Atkins’ firing, but also told On3 that he was ‘sticking with Florida State.’

Solomon Thomas Recruit Profile

The 6-foot-3.5, 315-pound Sanders is the nation’s No. 32 overall prospect in the 2025 cycle according to the On3 Industry Ranking — a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He is the No. 2 offensive lineman in the class and the No. 4 recruit from the state of Florida.

On3’s scouting and rankings team writes this about him as a prospect.

“Big-bodied, physical offensive lineman with versatility and one of the higher floors in what is a loaded cycle at the position. Measured in at around 6-foot-3.5, 315 pounds prior to his senior season. Touts elite length with 35.75-inch arms. Has a barrel-chested build with solid weight distribution. Lines up at tackle for his high school but likely has the highest upside as a guard long-term. Very stout at the point of attack. Plays with a strong base and has pop in his hands on contact.

“Detonates defensive linemen and linebackers with his punch. Plays with a physical edge and works to finish blocks. Has good technical ability in pass protection. Held up well in a 1-on-1 matchup against 2024 five-star defensive lineman LJ McCray as a junior. A solid, not overwhelming athlete. Can continue to improve his lateral agility and reactive quickness. Has the skill level to potentially get on the field early in his college career given his strength and battle tested resume.”