Tulane Green Wave fans have plenty to celebrate this cycle and previous. According to the latest 247Sports composite rankings, the Green Wave have landed the two highest-rated recruits in program history for the Class of 2026, and they’re not just any two prospects. Tylan George, the massive interior offensive lineman from West Monroe High School in Louisiana, sits at No. 1 with a 0.8939 rating. The 6’3”, 310-pound 4-star prospect has been a dominant force on the offensive line, earning praise for his pancake block totals and elite strength (515-pound squat, 315 bench as a junior). George brings immediate size, power, and local pride to an offensive line room that’s hungry for impact talent. Right behind him at No. 2 is Jordyn Crites, the 6’6”, 255-260 pound defensive lineman from Friendswood High School in Texas. Crites recently earned his 4-star upgrade and a 0.8926 composite, making him one of the most athletic and long defensive linemen in the class (83-inch wingspan, 4.8 forty, 530-pound squat). He played both defensive end and tight end in high school and brings versatility, length, and upside that fits perfectly in Will Hall’s defensive scheme. Together, George and Crites represent a seismic shift in Tulane recruiting. Not only are they the top two in the 2026 class, but their ratings mark a new ceiling for what the Green Wave can attract. One bolsters the trenches on offense with mauling power; the other adds length and explosiveness on defense. Both have potential to contribute early and raise the floor (and ceiling) for their respective position groups. This isn’t just a good class, it’s a statement. Tulane is no longer just competing for regional talent; they’re landing blue-chip prospects who have Power conference offers and are choosing to build something special in New Orleans. The Green Wave are trending up, and these two are the new faces of that ascent. #RollWave #RMFW Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

The heat was on at Yulman Stadium June 10, but it wasn’t just the Louisiana sun cooking the field. Tulane’s football camp brought serious energy, serious competition, and serious results. While prospects from across Louisiana and beyond battled through position drills, 1-on-1s, and team periods under the watchful eyes of Head Coach Will Hall and his staff, three standout young men did more than just show up, they dominated and walked away with scholarship offers from the Green Wave. This camp continues Tulane’s aggressive push on the recruiting trail. The staff is clearly evaluating for the 2028, 2029, and even 2030 classes with an eye for physicality, explosiveness, and scheme fit in both Will Hall’s offense and the defensive front. The Recruits: 1. Blair “Big Red” Lewis – Class of 2029 | OT | Jeanerette High School (LA) | 6’6”, 300+ lbs @BlairLewis2029 This massive offensive tackle has been turning heads all spring and summer, and yesterday he continued his ascent. Lewis used his enormous frame, powerful hands, and improving footwork to control the line of scrimmage in blocking drills and 1-on-1 pass pro. Coaches saw a mauler with natural leverage and the kind of size that projects well inside a physical, gap-scheme or zone-blocking system. After a strong camp performance and a conversation with OL coach Cody Kennedy, Lewis earned his Tulane offer. He already holds offers from LSU, USC, and Memphis, making him one of the top 2029 offensive line prospects in the state. “Big Red” isn’t just big, he’s moving with purpose and earning every bit of the hype. 2. Trilon Francis – Class of 2028 | TE/DE (Hybrid) | Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy (LRCA) | 6’3”, 230 lbs @FTrilon Francis showed why versatile, high-motor athletes are always in demand. Whether lined up at tight end or on the edge, he brought explosiveness off the ball, strong hands, and the kind of length that disrupts in the run game and pass rush. His athleticism pops, especially in change-of-direction drills and when asked to drop or expand in space. After a great camp showing and direct conversation with the defensive staff (Coach McDaniel), Francis picked up his third Division I offer. The Lafayette-area product continues to climb the Louisiana 2028 boards with his combination of size, speed, and positional flexibility. 3. Lipton Zachary Mckenzie – Class of 2029 | RB/ATH | Cardinal Gibbons High School (FL) | 5’9”, 165 lbs @lipton_mckenzie Sometimes the smaller, shiftier backs steal the show at camp, and Mckenzie did exactly that. With elite burst, vision, and elusiveness, he made defenders miss in space. He can contribute as a change-of-pace back, returner, or slot weapon. His low center of gravity and acceleration stand out. Tulane saw a playmaker who can create on his own and add speed to the backfield. The offer came through the staff’s evaluation, and Mckenzie now adds Tulane to his growing list (including prior interest from programs like Samford). The Bottom Line: 7 total Offers Tulane’s camp circuit is paying off. These three prospects represent exactly what the Green Wave are looking for, size and power up front, versatile athletes who can play multiple roles, and explosive playmakers who can change games. The momentum under Will Hall and this staff is real, and the 2027–2030 classes are shaping up nicely with in-state and regional talent buying in. More camps are on the way (including June 17), and the staff will keep evaluating. #RollWave #RMFW Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

LAST WEEK WAS A STATEMENT: Tulane Green Wave Recruiting Just Went Nuclear, Camp Fire plus 10 Commitments in One Day! Signals 2027 Takeover Last week the Tulane Green Wave didn’t just recruit, they declared war on the rest of the American Conference and anyone sleeping on Will Hall’s vision. From a loaded summer camp at Yulman Stadium that produced four scholarship offers (and one lightning-fast commitment) to an unprecedented 10 commitments in a single day fueled by official visits, the momentum is undeniable. The 2027 class is stacking up fast, in-state pride is surging, and the Green Wave are turning heads from the River Parishes to the Mississippi hills and beyond. The Camp That Lit the Fuse: June 3 at Yulman Stadium Dozens of hungry prospects rolled into New Orleans for Tulane’s key summer camp session (part of the June 7/10/17 series). Position-specific drills, one-on-ones, and 7-on-7s under Head Coach Will Hall and staff. The vibe and videos were electric, real coaching, real competition, real exposure. Four prospects stood out above the rest and earned scholarship offers from Tulane: • Shaun Phillips @phillips1shaun (Class of 2029, OL, The Dunham School – Houma area) 6’5”, 285 lbs. The massive tackle with rare length and power moved bodies in the run game and showed surprising agility in pass pro. First collegiate offer. High-upside developmental piece with All-Conference ceiling. • James Tyson @Jetyson28 (Class of 2027, DB, St. Charles Catholic – LaPlace, LA) 6’0”, 180 lbs athletic build. Fluid hips, ball skills, physicality in run support, and the ability to win 1-on-1s consistently. Turned heads all day and left with an offer on the spot. • Jayden Taylor @the_jtaylor72 (Class of 2028, OL, St. Augustine HS – New Orleans) 6’4”, 255 lbs. Physical “bully” left tackle who dominated the trenches with heavy hands, strong base, and leadership. Proven camp performer who brings nastiness and versatility (tackle or inside). • Jaden Turner @jaden_1of1 Class of 2029 DB John Curtis New Orleans, LA 6’0”, 165 lbs (High-character, physical player who rounded out a strong group of trench and defensive standouts.) The payoff came quick. Just days later, camp standout James Tyson committed to the Green Wave! The rising River Parishes DB chose Tulane over Arkansas State, Louisiana Tech, Nicholls, Cornell, and others. He’s already locked in an official visit for June 18. Local kid. Camp-to-commit pipeline working perfectly. Starter upside in a secondary that values length, athleticism, and versatility. Friday Explosion: 10 Commitments in ONE DAY The staff didn’t let the momentum cool. On Friday, Tulane secured a massive 10 commitments in a single day, one of the biggest single-day hauls in recent program history. Many tied directly to official visits over the weekend. Prospects saw the vision, felt the culture, and pulled the trigger. The haul added serious talent and depth across positions, with a strong mix of in-state gems and regional athletes who fit Will Hall’s up-tempo, physical identity: Key names in the surge include: • Local star Ray’Quan Williams (WR, St. Augustine HS, New Orleans) New Orleans product bolstering the receiving room. @supermanray3 • Kavarris “Duke” Duncan (DL, Winterboro HS, AL) @KavarrisDuncan • Teddy Graff (TE, Ensworth HS, Nashville, TN) @teddy_graff • Peyton Perkins (ATH, Eupora, MS) @PPerkins_12 • Anquan Jackson (WR, South Jones HS, Ellisville, MS) @anquan_jackson5 • Jackson Shaw (OT, Baton Rouge Catholic, LA) @JacksonShaw40 • And the camp-to-commit pipeline delivering again with James Tyson (DB) Plus several more athletic, high-motor pieces rounding out what’s shaping into a well-balanced, high-upside group. Director of Scouting Colton Leggett summed it up perfectly: “Make it commits in one day. Just recruit good players. #RollWave #PA2TYUP7OWN ” This wasn’t luck. It’s targeted in-state work, smart regional recruiting, relationship building, and a coaching staff that’s earning trust with prospects and families. Louisiana kids staying home or choosing the Wave. Mississippi and Alabama talent seeing the bigger picture. Developmental upside everywhere. The Big Picture, Momentum Is Real Last week proved it: Tulane is building something special. The 2027 class is no longer just “growing” it’s exploding with the right kind of players who fit the culture, the scheme, and the vision of sustained success in the American Conference. In-state dominance + regional hauls + camp-to-commit efficiency = a recipe that’s working. Yulman Stadium is about to get louder. The trenches are getting nastier. The secondary is getting more athletic. The skill positions are gaining weapons. Will Hall and staff are hitting their stride. The future is loading. More Pats Deep Dive Recruiting breakdowns, player profiles, and updates dropping soon. The Green Wave are rising. #RollWave #RMFW Stay locked @beinthekneaux for the latest. Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

The Tulane Green Wave football program turned heads on Friday with a massive recruiting surge, landing 10 commitments in a single day. The haul represents one of the strongest single-day performances in recent memory for the program and signals growing momentum for the 2027 recruiting class under head coach Will Hall. Director of Scouting Colton Leggett captured the excitement perfectly, posting: “Make it commits in one day. Just recruit good players. #RollWave #PA2TYUP7OWN ” The Green Wave staff is hitting its stride in identifying and closing on talent that fits the program’s culture and up-tempo, physical identity. While full details on the newest members of the class are still rolling in, the volume of commitments speaks volumes about Tulane’s rising profile. The Green Wave have steadily built their 2027 group through targeted in-state and regional recruiting, smart use of the transfer portal, and a coaching staff that’s earning trust with prospects and their families. More details on the commitments coming soon! #RMFW Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

The Saints entering the offseason had a glaring need of adding more to the wide receiver room. They are entering the final contract year of Chris Olave in a wide receiver market only getting more expensive by the day. The Saints are aware of this and given the injury history of Olave made the smart, cost controlled moves of adding wide receivers through the draft. Jordyn Tyson the Saints first round pick will play a pivotal role in turning the wide receiver room into a strength after finishing last season with having no viable depth behind Olave. Tyson should serve as the perfect complement to Olave as a big body vertical threat who in actuality can really do anything for the Saints. Tyson will be able to free up Olave from one, not being the only credible receiving threat every down, but two, allow Olave to run routes or concepts which play to his strengths instead of having to shoulder the passing game all on his own. So with two de facto number one receivers on the roster the role players will be able to play their best ball in a role where they don’t have to try and overachieve because of a lack of talent and or diversity in the receiver room. What a year for DeVaughn Vele, getting traded to a new team and having no real impact on the team until opportunity finally came knocking. He answered the call and although in a small sample size clearly demonstrated he can contribute as a big body, possession type of receiver in the offense. Before the showing there was much disappointment after trading a fourth round pick for an older player still on a rookie contract. But all good things take time which could be a good slogan for this young wide receiver room if they get off to a slow start. Behind the trio of Olave, Tyson, and Vele is the young, unproven depth of the room. This group has a little bit of everything. From your roster cuts, late round trades, to day three picks in the draft. This group consists of Bryce Lance, Ja’Lynn Polk, Bub Means, Trey Palmer, Barion Brown, Mason Tipton, Kevin Austin Jr, Ronnie Bell, Damien Alford, Brock Rechsteiner. The big takeaway from this group is the question marks some players have as they look to return from injuries, who can separate themselves by how they preform on limited snaps on offense and who can produce the best on special teams. When we get to the final cut down day to get the 53 man roster it will be interesting to see who the coaching staff decided on of this group. One thing will be certain by then, this group will be much improved from last season. Make sure to follow Kaden Arkeder on X