LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. --
They are calling themselves "The Fam" for family. It's the LSU 2011 recruiting class, many of which are in-state standouts, and they are making their presence felt here during the Under Armour All-America Game practices.
Five-star offensive tackle
La'El Collins (Baton Rouge, La./Redemptorist) has been slowed down this week with an ankle sprain, but he relishes the opportunity and challenge of Wednesday's battle against the nation's top prospect, defensive end
Jadeveon Clowney (Rock Hill, S.C./South Pointe), and the rest of the Red Team defense.
"I have lost some reps and that hurts at a place like this," Collins said. "But I got after it today, and I thought I played very well. It's taking some time to get used to the size and speed of some of these guys. I have heard a lot about Clowney, and I can't wait until Wednesday night. I expect him to come out fast and play well. I know I will get his best, and he will get my best. It's all about competing, and I want to compete against the best."
Collins, 6-foot-5 and 281 pounds, took an official visit to USC, but he said he remains very committed to LSU.
"I am real solid with LSU," Collins said. "Sure, I had a great trip to USC. But we are putting something special together at LSU. We are a family."Click to expand...
