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Top-ranked CB Derek Stingley commits to LSU over Texas, Florida

As expected, the nation’s top-ranked cornerback prospect is staying home.

On Wednesday, five-star Baton Rouge (La.) Dunham School product Derek Stingley brought his recruitment to a close and announced his commitment to the LSU, choosing the Tigers over Texas and Florida.

I know I can’t please everyone.. In my heart I truly feel this is the right place for me. I’m all in! 100% committed! Please respect my decision. pic.twitter.com/CX7exqfMww

— Derek Stingley Jr. (@JrStingley) June 20, 2018

Despite the Longhorns and Gators finishing as finalists, Stingley’s recruitment was one in which seemingly all the signs pointed towards LSU from the start.