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Elias Ricks - IMG Academy Defensive Back - Interview

November 15, 2019
Elias Ricks, a top-ten cornerback prospect who transferred to IMG Academy, discusses his commitment to LSU.

Elias Ricks made the decision to leave California and spend his senior season at IMG Academy in Florida, challenging himself against the nation's elite competition. The move proved beneficial as he faced top-tier talent weekly while developing his skills as a shutdown cornerback.

Ranked among the top ten prospects nationally in the 2020 class, Ricks was drawn to LSU for its history of producing NFL-caliber defensive backs. Players like Patrick Peterson and Tyrann Mathieu had walked the same path from Baton Rouge to the professional ranks. This interview explores Ricks' journey and his plans to continue that tradition at LSU.