When former LSU linebacker Marcel Brooks entered the transfer portal in back June, there was still some hope he would reconsider and end up back in Baton Rouge.
On Tuesday, it became evident that wouldn’t be happening when it was revealed Brooks would be heading to TCU.
News: Former #LSU LB Marcel Brooks has landed at #TCU, per @JClarkHFB247.
A five-star prospect out of Flower Mound (Tex.) Marcus in the 2019 class heads back to the DFW area.https://t.co/IKpsRoIyoZ pic.twitter.com/bDlwyJmF2s
— Billy Embody (@BillyEmbody) July 14, 2020
Brooks was a five-star recruit for the Tigers in 2019 and appeared in 11 games last fall in a reserve role. He recorded eight tackles and 1.5 sacks for the national champion Tigers.
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His departure at linebacker is a short-term concern for head coach Ed Orgeron and defensive coordinator Bo Pelini.
The Tigers lost Patrick Queen, K’Lavon Chaisson and Jacob Phillips to the NFL Draft in April. Brooks was expected to play a larger role in 2020.
Brooks is a massive addition for TCU. He must apply for a waiver if he desires immediate eligibility. If the request is not granted, Brooks will redshirt in the 2020 season and have three years of eligibility remaining.
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