LSU Flips Three-Star WR Gary Burney Jr. from Houston in 2027 Recruiting Class

LSU has flipped three-star wide receiver Gary Burney Jr. from the Houston Cougars, adding another in-state prospect to its growing 2027 recruiting class. The commitment was announced on Father's Day, continuing what has been a strong recruiting stretch for the Tigers program.

Burney, a 6-foot-4, 200-pound pass-catcher from Louisiana, had previously committed to Houston under head coach Willie Fritz. LSU extended an offer to Burney shortly after he declared for the Cougars during his official visit, and the Tigers hosted the wideout a second time this month before securing his flip.

Fourth Wide Receiver Addition for LSU's 2027 Class

With Burney's commitment, LSU now counts four wide receivers in its 2027 recruiting class. The addition represents another recruiting loss for Houston's program, which has now seen multiple talented wide receiver commits depart the 2027 class.

I have been waiting for this.

— Gary Burney Jr., via On3 LSU [7]

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin has been credited with driving the program's recruiting momentum, with Burney's commitment described as another significant addition to the class. The Tigers targeted the Louisiana native as a priority flip after his initial commitment to the Big 12 program.

Burney's flip underscores LSU's focus on retaining in-state talent in the 2027 cycle. His addition bolsters a receiving corps that figures to be a focal point of Kiffin's offense in the coming years.