Sam Levitt

Mentioned in 12 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows

A transfer quarterback who moved from Arizona State to LSU and became a prominent figure in the 2026 college football landscape. Despite mixed statistical performance, he was regarded as the top-ranked quarterback in the transfer portal and brought playoff experience to his new program. His recruitment generated significant attention in college football media due to the substantial NIL commitments required to secure elite transfer quarterbacks.

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Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball Pardon My Take Andy & Ari On3 College Football Enquirer The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast Unnecessary Roughness

Episode Appearances

Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Jul 1, 2026

This Is Why LSU Can Win It All in 2026

“LSU's starting QB identified as the key variable in the team's 2026 ceiling; Seaton's role framed as protecting him.”

Walter Camp Preseason All-America Team 2026 selectionsTradez Green statistical projection and tight end role in Kiffin offenseJordan Seaton transfer recruitment and NIL valuation

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Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Jun 30, 2026

LSU's NEXT 5-Star? Pop Houston Is Taking Over Recruiting

“Cited as an example of modern QB transfer trends, having played at Michigan State, Arizona State, then LSU.”

Peyton 'Pop' Houston five-star quarterback recruiting projectionLSU quarterback commit performance at The Opening campEaston Royal wide receiver flip recruitment from Texas

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Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Jun 29, 2026

Trinidad Chambliss Just CALLED OUT Lane Kiffin

“Identified as the key variable in LSU's playoff potential — must replicate Chambliss's improvisational style.”

Trinidad Chambliss response to Lane Kiffin Vanity Fair recruiting commentsLane Kiffin Ole Miss racial history recruiting controversyManning Passing Academy 2025 QB media availability

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Pardon My Take · May 20, 2026

Grit Week Continues, Lane Kiffin, Blake Bortles, Wemby’s Incredible Game 1, Knicks Kill The Cavs Plus Hot Seat/Cool Throne

“LSU QB from Arizona State; discussed for competitiveness and film study dedication”

Portal Era College Football Roster ManagementNIL Deals and Player Incentive AlignmentSEC Coaching Culture and Fan Passion

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Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Apr 22, 2026

Kiffin’s Tune CHANGES?! 😳 LSU QBs & O-Line SURGING + Leavitt Leading From Sidelines!

“Starting QB recovering from Lisfranc surgery, unable to participate in spring practice”

Quarterback development and progressionTransfer portal strategy and player integrationOffensive line depth and versatility

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Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Apr 11, 2026

Kiffin’s Offense STALLED?! LSU Defense DOMINATES Spring Scrimmage with 5 INTs!

“Starting quarterback recovering from injury, limited participation in spring practice”

LSU Spring Football Practice AnalysisOffensive Line Performance and Depth ChartQuarterback Competition and Development

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Andy & Ari On3 · Apr 10, 2026

The TOP Quarterbacks for the 2027 NFL Draft before 2026: Should Arch Manning & Dante Moore be top 2?

“Ranked in top-5 quarterback prospects for 2027 draft; currently recovering from foot procedure”

2027 NFL Draft Quarterback ProspectsNIL Era Impact on Draft EligibilityArch Manning and Dante Moore Draft Decisions

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Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Apr 7, 2026

LSU Practice Intel: Line Changes, Key Absences & Freshman FLASH

“Transfer quarterback from Arizona State recovering from foot surgery, absent from practice”

LSU Spring Football Practice - Day 7 ReportLane Kiffin Offensive System ImplementationQuarterback Depth Chart Evaluation

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Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Mar 31, 2026

LSU Practice Report: New Playmakers, QB Questions & Defensive Changes

“Quarterback managing injury recovery while participating in passing drills but limited from 11-on-11 and running drills”

Spring practice structure and evaluation methodologyQuarterback competition and accuracy assessmentOffensive line continuity and personnel stability

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College Football Enquirer · Feb 24, 2026

Tennessee begins QB battle + Army/Navy game open to moving date

“Transfer quarterback Tennessee pursued; would have required $5M+ NIL commitment”

Tennessee Quarterback Competition (Joey Aguilar court ruling)Army-Navy Game Scheduling and RelocationCollege Football Schedule Compression and Reform

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The Joel Klatt Show: A College Football Podcast · Jan 22, 2026

Joel Klatt’s Way-Too-Early Top 10 for the 2026 Season

“LSU transfer quarterback from Arizona State; described as best QB in transfer portal with playoff experience”

College Football Transfer Portal StrategyQuarterback Evaluation and DevelopmentDefensive Line Recruitment and Development

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Unnecessary Roughness · Jan 15, 2026

MIAMI INDIANA PREVIEW - 2026 COLLEGE FOOTBALL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

“Ranked number-one transfer portal quarterback, signed with LSU despite questionable statistical performance”

College Football National Championship PreviewTransfer Portal Quarterback Rankings and ValuationCollege Football Playoff Schedule Reform

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