Quarterback Sam Leavitt, the top player in the On3 transfer portal rankings, is visiting LSU on Monday and Tuesday, per On3.
Leavitt spent the past two seasons at Arizona State. His 2025 season was cut short after seven games by a foot injury that required surgery.
New LSU head coach Lane Kiffin is in need of a starting QB. The position was filled last season by Garrett Nussmeier, who is out of eligibility, and sophomore Michael Van Buren Jr. He has entered the portal.
Leavitt previously visited Kentucky.
In 2024, Leavitt led Arizona State to the Big 12 title and an appearance in the College Football Playoff as he threw for 2,885 yards, 24 touchdowns and six interceptions in 13 games.
In seven appearances in 2025, Leavitt completed 60.7% of his passes for 1,628 yards, 10 TDs and three picks.
Leavitt started his college career in 2023 at Michigan State and attempted just 23 passes before transferring to the Sun Devils. He has two seasons of eligibility remaining.
