LSU football defensive end Neil Farrell became the first member of the defending national champions to opt out of the upcoming 2020 college football seasons due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
After Farrell chose to opt out, defensive back Kary Vincent did, too. In late-August, star receiver Ja’Marr Chase opted out followed by defensive tackle Tyler Shelvin.
LSU received some good news this week when Farrell decided to return to LSU and play this upcoming season.
Could Shelvin soon follow Farrell back to LSU’s roster this fall?
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According to head coach Ed Orgeron, Shelvin’s parents have been in contact with him, although Orgeron has yet to speak with Orgeron.
Orgeron said he would gladly welcome the 6-foot-3, 346-pound junior defensive tackle back to the team.
Shelvin’s return would be massive for Orgeron and new defensive coordinator Bo Pelini. A future NFL player, Shelvin would likely move back into LSU’s starting lineup should he decide to return.
Orgeron says there are "rumblings" that Tyler Shelvin might be returning. He has not personally spoken to Shelvin yet, but some teammates have.
Orgeron says he would want Shelvin back, and they'd take him back. #LSU
— Brody Miller (@BrodyAMiller) September 15, 2020
LSU is set to open the season against Mississippi State on Sept. 26 in Tiger Stadium.