LSU Tigers: Ed Paris
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BATON ROUGE, La. -- When LSU landed its seventh 2014 football commitment, Tony Upchurch, on Saturday, it sent a message about LSU's recruiting area and how the Tigers will approach recruiting the wide receiver position
If there's one big take-away from the commitment, it's this ...
If there's one big take-away from the commitment, it's this ...
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After not signing a single player from the Lone Star State in 2014, LSU is making sure to re-establish its presence in Texas.
The Tigers' latest commitment is just the latest sign that, even with the 2013 aberration, the Tigers were never really out of Texas and will continue to have success there.
The Tigers' latest commitment is just the latest sign that, even with the 2013 aberration, the Tigers were never really out of Texas and will continue to have success there.
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This is the sixth in a series looking at players LSU might target in the 2014 recruiting class. Previously, we looked at wide receivers and tight ends, running backs and quarterbacks, offensive linemen, defensive linemen and linebackers.
BATON ROUGE, La. -- It looks like DBU will be alive and well.
If LSU doesn't get another defensive back in its 2014 recruiting class, it'll already have a pretty good class with its three current commitments, each one on the ESPN Watch List.
Here's a look at who's committed, and who else LSU is targeting.
BATON ROUGE, La. -- It looks like DBU will be alive and well.
If LSU doesn't get another defensive back in its 2014 recruiting class, it'll already have a pretty good class with its three current commitments, each one on the ESPN Watch List.
Here's a look at who's committed, and who else LSU is targeting.
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ZACHARY, La. -- When ATH Devin Voorhies (Woodville, Miss./Wilkinson County) committed to LSU in July, it was before the recent rash of commitments that has LSU fans so excited about the 2014 recruiting class.
But Voorhies, in the Baton Rouge area Saturday for the National Underclassman Combine at suburban Zachary High School, said he saw it coming.
But Voorhies, in the Baton Rouge area Saturday for the National Underclassman Combine at suburban Zachary High School, said he saw it coming.
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From Will (Houston): If Zach Mettenberger is going to be the starting quarterback, the big question is, who will be the No. 2 coming out of spring?
From Will (Houston): If Zach Mettenberger is going to be the starting quarterback, the big question is, who will be the No. 2 coming out of spring?
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Paris commit good sign for LSU's future 
February, 25, 2013
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Gary Laney | ESPN.com
There was no big junior day at LSU this weekend. Spring practice? Doesn't start for another couple of weeks.
Yet recruiting news poured out of the LSU campus in the last weekend of February. ESPN 2014 Watch List defensive back Ed Paris (Mansfield,Texas/Timberview) committed Monday via Twitter, joining linebacker Donnie Alexander (New Orleans/Karr), who committed Sunday.
Yet recruiting news poured out of the LSU campus in the last weekend of February. ESPN 2014 Watch List defensive back Ed Paris (Mansfield,Texas/Timberview) committed Monday via Twitter, joining linebacker Donnie Alexander (New Orleans/Karr), who committed Sunday.
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Watch List CB Paris headed to the SEC
February, 25, 2013
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Damon Sayles | ESPN.com
March 29 is Ed Paris’ birthday. It also was supposed to be the day the ESPN Watch List defensive back announced his college plans.
Paris couldn’t wait that long to announce he was heading back to his home state.
Originally from New Orleans, Paris (Arlington, Texas/Mansfield Timberview) verbally committed to LSU Monday evening in a decision that seemed to surprise few. He chose LSU over Texas and Florida.
“I’m from New Orleans. I like a lot about LSU,” Paris told ESPN.com’s Derek Tyson during the New Level Athletics 7-on-7 Southeast regional tournament in Rockledge, Fla. “I like the defense, the coaches, the facility, all around.”
At 6-foot-1 and 195 pounds, Paris has the build of a safety at the next level, but he is sold on playing cornerback for the Tigers. A player with seven interceptions as a junior, Paris uses speed, long arms and physical pressing at the line of scrimmage to frustrate receivers.
“They will get a fast and physical corner with a tremendous upside,” said Kashann Simmons, recruiting coordinator at Timberview. “He is a great kid off the field, as well.”
Paris took to Twitter Monday evening to officially announce his commitment.
"First, I'd like to sincerely thank all the coaches, fans and everyone throughout the country who has supported me through this process," Paris tweeted. "It has been a long and hard decision to make, as the schools I visited showed me much love and support as it relates to me growing personally. After much deliberation, prayer & support from my parents, I am committing to.........."
It was here when he changed his Twitter avi to him behind a Tigers background.
Recruited by special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey and secondary coach Corey Raymond, Paris becomes the sixth member of LSU’s 2014 recruiting class. Paris had more than 30 offers, but he had been considered a longtime LSU lean. He will join fellow 2014 cornerback Chris Hardeman (Houston/Alief Taylor) in the defensive secondary. Additionally, Watch List player Devin Voorhies (Woodville, Miss./Wilkinson County) is listed as an athlete but is projected by many to play safety for the Tigers.
Paris had 37 tackles, eight pass breakups and three forced fumbles to go along with his seven picks -- two of which he returned for touchdowns. A first-team, all-state selection, Paris said he is planning to enroll early at LSU.
Paris couldn’t wait that long to announce he was heading back to his home state.
“I’m from New Orleans. I like a lot about LSU,” Paris told ESPN.com’s Derek Tyson during the New Level Athletics 7-on-7 Southeast regional tournament in Rockledge, Fla. “I like the defense, the coaches, the facility, all around.”
At 6-foot-1 and 195 pounds, Paris has the build of a safety at the next level, but he is sold on playing cornerback for the Tigers. A player with seven interceptions as a junior, Paris uses speed, long arms and physical pressing at the line of scrimmage to frustrate receivers.
“They will get a fast and physical corner with a tremendous upside,” said Kashann Simmons, recruiting coordinator at Timberview. “He is a great kid off the field, as well.”
Paris took to Twitter Monday evening to officially announce his commitment.
"First, I'd like to sincerely thank all the coaches, fans and everyone throughout the country who has supported me through this process," Paris tweeted. "It has been a long and hard decision to make, as the schools I visited showed me much love and support as it relates to me growing personally. After much deliberation, prayer & support from my parents, I am committing to.........."
It was here when he changed his Twitter avi to him behind a Tigers background.
Recruited by special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey and secondary coach Corey Raymond, Paris becomes the sixth member of LSU’s 2014 recruiting class. Paris had more than 30 offers, but he had been considered a longtime LSU lean. He will join fellow 2014 cornerback Chris Hardeman (Houston/Alief Taylor) in the defensive secondary. Additionally, Watch List player Devin Voorhies (Woodville, Miss./Wilkinson County) is listed as an athlete but is projected by many to play safety for the Tigers.
Paris had 37 tackles, eight pass breakups and three forced fumbles to go along with his seven picks -- two of which he returned for touchdowns. A first-team, all-state selection, Paris said he is planning to enroll early at LSU.
2014 CB Ed Paris talks BU-TTU experience
November, 25, 2012
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Damon Sayles | ESPN.com
If there’s one thing about ESPN Watch List cornerback Ed Paris (Arlington, Texas/Mansfield Timberview), he’s super honest when it comes to everything about the recruiting process.
Emphasis on “everything.”
Paris was one of several recruits in attendance at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, to see Baylor score a 52-45 overtime win against Texas Tech. He was one of 44,168 to take in the experience, and he said he enjoyed the game and everything revolving around it. Paris gave the visit a 10 overall.
Emphasis on “everything.”
Paris was one of several recruits in attendance at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, to see Baylor score a 52-45 overtime win against Texas Tech. He was one of 44,168 to take in the experience, and he said he enjoyed the game and everything revolving around it. Paris gave the visit a 10 overall.
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For 2014, biggest needs are at safety, RB
November, 20, 2012
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David Helman | ESPN.com
Sometimes it's really easy to tell what's missing from a program's roster.
For instance, take a look at LSU's losses heading into 2013, and the abundance of commitments along the defensive line makes sense. Consider the dearth of experience at linebacker this year, and you immediately understand why LSU signed six linebackers in its 2012 recruiting class.
It becomes a bit trickier to project if you look into the future, however. What positions will LSU be lacking when the Tigers line up for the 2014 season? Early departures for the NFL, transfers and injuries all play a role. The best bet is an educated guess, but with that you can begin to glean the Tigers' tendencies in recruiting for the coming year.
For instance, take a look at LSU's losses heading into 2013, and the abundance of commitments along the defensive line makes sense. Consider the dearth of experience at linebacker this year, and you immediately understand why LSU signed six linebackers in its 2012 recruiting class.
It becomes a bit trickier to project if you look into the future, however. What positions will LSU be lacking when the Tigers line up for the 2014 season? Early departures for the NFL, transfers and injuries all play a role. The best bet is an educated guess, but with that you can begin to glean the Tigers' tendencies in recruiting for the coming year.
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At this point, it's become a bit of a calling card for LSU to rule the roost of major college football by locking down the high school elite within the small but talented state of Louisiana. It's no coincidence the Tigers have risen to national prominence in the decade since they started keeping the vast majority of the state's elite players at home.
But it has also been well-documented in this space that LSU is a national brand and a name-brand program now more than ever. Eleven of the Tigers' 12 games this season ran on national television, which puts the program in front of more recruits than ever before. You can see the evidence in the staggering 13 out-of-state commits in this year's recruiting class. Distance just isn't the factor it used to be, as players from as far away as California, Illinois, Nebraska and North Carolina are slated to join up with the Tigers.
With that in mind, what are some non-Louisiana names you can expect to hear associated with LSU in the next year?
But it has also been well-documented in this space that LSU is a national brand and a name-brand program now more than ever. Eleven of the Tigers' 12 games this season ran on national television, which puts the program in front of more recruits than ever before. You can see the evidence in the staggering 13 out-of-state commits in this year's recruiting class. Distance just isn't the factor it used to be, as players from as far away as California, Illinois, Nebraska and North Carolina are slated to join up with the Tigers.
With that in mind, what are some non-Louisiana names you can expect to hear associated with LSU in the next year?
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2014 position preview: defensive backs
October, 17, 2012
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David Helman | ESPN.com
There might not be a more loaded talent pool for LSU to comb through next year than the nearby group of 2014 defensive backs. That's got to be welcome news for the Tigers' coaching staff, because just like their defensive line, the Tigers' 2012 secondary is bound to lose some starters.
Veterans like safety Eric Reid and cornerback Tharold Simon are more than likely going to be early casualties to next spring's NFL draft. Fellow junior Craig Loston is less of a threat to leave early, but anything is possible. In the same vein, it's possible we could see dismissed cornerback Tyrann Mathieu return to the team next fall, but it wouldn't be a smart bet.
Re-stocking the cupboard becomes a priority, and LSU is already well underway with three cornerbacks signed for 2013. But the talent stockpile is about to get a lot deeper, assuming the Tigers have any kind of success signing DB's. And here's a hint: they already have.
Veterans like safety Eric Reid and cornerback Tharold Simon are more than likely going to be early casualties to next spring's NFL draft. Fellow junior Craig Loston is less of a threat to leave early, but anything is possible. In the same vein, it's possible we could see dismissed cornerback Tyrann Mathieu return to the team next fall, but it wouldn't be a smart bet.
Re-stocking the cupboard becomes a priority, and LSU is already well underway with three cornerbacks signed for 2013. But the talent stockpile is about to get a lot deeper, assuming the Tigers have any kind of success signing DB's. And here's a hint: they already have.
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Ed Paris doesn’t hesitate when asked what the highlight was of his Tuesday unofficial visit to Texas.
The 2014 safety recruit from Mansfield (Texas) Timberview was admittedly surprised when he stepped into Texas’ weight room during his facilities tour.
“We got to meet Earl Campbell,” Paris said. “That was pretty cool.”
The 2014 safety recruit from Mansfield (Texas) Timberview was admittedly surprised when he stepped into Texas’ weight room during his facilities tour.
“We got to meet Earl Campbell,” Paris said. “That was pretty cool.”
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The grind of LSU's July high school camp continued into day two Monday -- the third straight day of competition on the Tigers' campus if you include Saturday's 7-on-7 tournament.
The absurd amount of talent on hand in Baton Rouge, La., this week has long been rumored, and given the chance it has definitely lived up to the hype. Players went through their second day of workouts in front of LSU coaches and staff. It's hard to say which collection stood out the most -- LSU's contingent of 2013 commitments who have overrun the camp, the undeclared talents in this 2013 class or the ever-impressive array of 2014 talent.
The two names among names in this instance were a pair of highly talented pass rushers the Tigers are courting. Chief among them was ESPN 150 athlete and Louisiana top prospect Kendell Beckwith (Jackson, La./East Feliciana).
The absurd amount of talent on hand in Baton Rouge, La., this week has long been rumored, and given the chance it has definitely lived up to the hype. Players went through their second day of workouts in front of LSU coaches and staff. It's hard to say which collection stood out the most -- LSU's contingent of 2013 commitments who have overrun the camp, the undeclared talents in this 2013 class or the ever-impressive array of 2014 talent.
The two names among names in this instance were a pair of highly talented pass rushers the Tigers are courting. Chief among them was ESPN 150 athlete and Louisiana top prospect Kendell Beckwith (Jackson, La./East Feliciana).
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Whoever labeled summer as a dead period for sports clearly didn't follow recruiting.
Only last week we saw many of the top recruits in the nation descend on The Opening in Oregon. The road trip will continue for quite a few this weekend, as LSU's second and final recruiting camp of the summer is set to begin this Sunday and run until July 18. While it won't draw quite as large a talent pool as a national event like The Opening, expect there to be quite an impressive guest list when the Tigers' attendees get to Baton Rouge.
The camp comes at just the right time, too. It's been a whopping 10 days since the Tigers picked up their most recent commitment in defensive end Lewis Neal (Wilson, N.C./James B. Hunt) and almost two weeks since tight end DeSean Smith (Lake Charles, La./Barbe) added his name to the class. Considering the break neck speed at which LSU has been picking up commitments since May (11 since May 16), that feels like quite a wait.
Only last week we saw many of the top recruits in the nation descend on The Opening in Oregon. The road trip will continue for quite a few this weekend, as LSU's second and final recruiting camp of the summer is set to begin this Sunday and run until July 18. While it won't draw quite as large a talent pool as a national event like The Opening, expect there to be quite an impressive guest list when the Tigers' attendees get to Baton Rouge.
The camp comes at just the right time, too. It's been a whopping 10 days since the Tigers picked up their most recent commitment in defensive end Lewis Neal (Wilson, N.C./James B. Hunt) and almost two weeks since tight end DeSean Smith (Lake Charles, La./Barbe) added his name to the class. Considering the break neck speed at which LSU has been picking up commitments since May (11 since May 16), that feels like quite a wait.
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Gary Laney joined ESPN.com in 2012 after spending a year and a half as online sports editor of the Baton Rouge (La.) Advocate. Before that, he covered LSU sports for the Advocate. He has also been the sports editor at the Beaumont (Texas) Enterprise and covered McNeese State athletics for the Lake Charles (La.) American Press. Laney currently lives in Baton Rouge. Email him at glaneyespn@gmail.com