LSU reportedly the frontrunner for 4-star S Javien Toviano

On3 imageby:Drew Schott08/03/22

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Arlington (Texas) Martin four-star safety Javien Toviano is coveted by some of the top programs in college football. One of those schools is LSU, who received an unofficial visit from Toviano last weekend.

According to Steve Wiltfong, the Tigers are the leaders for the No. 34 overall prospect in the 2023 On3 Consensus. Wiltfong added that LSU has “prioritized” Toviano and the safety is “extremely high on their board.”

“I think the way it’s set up right now, LSU’s the team to beat for him,” Wiltfong said. “… But LSU, I think that they’re the ones that are recruiting Javien Toviano the hardest and the best and with that, I think that they’re the one to beat.”

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Toviano has visited the Tigers twice in his recruiting process. If head coach Brian Kelly lands his commitment, it would be a massive win for LSU’s 2023 recruiting class. As of Aug. 3, Toviano would be the highest-ranked commitment in the Tigers’ group if he chooses LSU.

However, it won’t be easy for Kelly and his staff. Toviano is also considering programs including Michigan, Texas and Texas A&M. The Wolverines are the only school that Toviano has taken an official visit to.

Javien Toviano On3 Scouting Summary

The following is the On3 Scouting Summary for Javien Toviano:

“Heady, pure football player who makes an impact in all three phases. Projects as a defensive back long-term with the highest upside likely being at safety. Has good size at 6-foot-.5, 180 pounds with long arms (6-foot-4 wing-span). Instinctive and physical as a defender. Diagnoses and triggers quickly as a run defender. Has very good change of direction with the ability to redirect in coverage, which he backs up with strong agility marks in the combine setting. Has performed well in covering some touted receivers at the high school level. Doubles as a running back and makes plays on special teams. Lacks the pure top-end speed of top cornerbacks. Plays faster than he tests, but will need to improve his speed to be a top corner. Physical and on-field skill set lines up best at safety at this time.”