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Tracking how every LSU transfer fared in 2022

Here’s how LSU transfers fared around the country in 2022.

The modern era of college football is full of transfers.

Most big programs are going to see several come and go each year, and LSU has been no exception. Considering the Tigers just went through a coaching transition, they might even have lost more than your average team.

We saw a few transfers go on to have major success this year, such as [autotag]Trey Palmer[/autotag] at Nebraska. Here is a look at how LSU transfers fared in 2022. These aren’t just guys that left last year, but anyone that left the program in the last few years and saw action this fall.

At the end, we’ll look at the takeaways and evaluate who LSU is probably wishing it kept and who just needed to go their separate ways.

Sunday Big 12 Morning Rush: More conference opt outs

The latest Big 12 Conference news from around the globe in the latest Big 12 Morning Rush. USA TODAY Sports and CBS provide the headlines.

The college football season is now just less than a week away for the Big 12 Conference. Well at least for nine of the ten conference teams. The TCU Horned Frogs will have to wait another couple of weeks to get on the football field following their postponement of their opening game. Today’s Big 12 Conference headlines are courtesy of USA TODAY Sports and CBS Sports.

Oklahoma DT Jalen Redmond has reportedly opted-out of 2020 season

According to Sooners Wire, defensive tackle Jalen Redmond is the latest Oklahoma player to opt out of the upcoming season. Their starting running back Kennedy Brooks also opted out earlier during fall camp.

SoonersWire can confirm that Redmond has not practiced much, if it all, throughout this fall camp due to a lingering shoulder injury.

The former four-star recruit from Midwest City suffered from blood clots as a freshman and missed much of the 2018 season. Redmond stormed onto the scene in 2019, leading the team in sacks (6.5) and top three in tackles for loss (11).

Former five-star LSU linebacker Marcel Brooks granted waiver for immediate eligibility at TCU

Despite the fact that the Horned Frogs won’t play until Sept 26, they received some good news over the weekend. Former LSU linebacker who transferred to TCU has been granted immediate eligibility according to Barrett Sallee of CBS Sports.

LSU has seen a mass exodus of players following its 2019 national championship season, and one of its former hotshot recruits now has clarity on his immediate football future. Sophomore linebacker Marcel Brooks, a former five-star prospect in the Class of 2019, announced on Twitter on Friday that he has received immediate eligibility to play for TCU this fall. He originally announced his transfer to the Horned Frogs in mid-July.

Iowa State reverses course and will not allow fans at football season opener

The Iowa State Cyclones were originally set to host fans in their opener on Sept 12, however they have made a change in plans. Travis Hines of the Des Moines Register reported that the school president had a change of heart last week.

“Over the weekend, (university president Wendy) Wintersteen gave our working group the approval to move forward with the plans that were jointly developed,” Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard said in a statement released by the school. “Our department announced those plans on Monday, which included allowing fans, who purchased season tickets, to attend the first game.

“President Wintersteen shared with me on Tuesday evening that, after weighing feedback she has received from the community, she has decided to reverse the decision. As a result, we will play the season opener without fans.”

Former LSU LB receives immediate eligibility waiver for 2020

Former LSU LB Marcel Brooks received an immediate eligibility waiver after transferring to TCU.

Former LSU linebacker Marcel Brooks says he has received immediate eligibility play for TCU this year, according to a Twitter post on Friday afternoon.

In his single season at LSU, Brooks saw action in 11 games and recorded eight tackles and 1.5 sacks.

So, the 6-foot-2, 205-pounder doesn’t exactly bring a lot of experience to the program, but the potential, versatility and athletic ability he brings to the table should certainly help Gary Patterson’s defense.

He originally transferred to the Horned Frogs back in mid-July, after being considered a candidate to see more playing time in the LSU defense after it lost the likes of linebackers Patrick Queen, Jacob Phillips, Michael Divinity Jr. and K’Lavon Chaisson.

Brooks, a prospect out of Flower Mound, Texas was the third-highest ranked player in LSU’s 2019 recruiting class, trailing cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. and running back John Emery Jr.

Expect Brooks to be a difference-maker for TCU moving forward. The Horned Frogs are set to open their season against the TCU will open its season at home against Iowa State on Sept. 26.

Who will become the Big 12’s most impactful transfer?

The transfer portal has become a huge tool in recruiting for college football. Which newcomer will be the Big 12’s most impactful transfer?

The Big 12 has been an attractive landing spot for transfers this offseason. Continue reading “Who will become the Big 12’s most impactful transfer?”

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Former LSU LB Marcel Brooks transfers to TCU

Brooks will join the Horned Frogs in 2020.

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.

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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Wednesday Big 12 morning rush: Headlines from around the conference

Each morning, Longhorns Wirebrings you the latest news from the Big 12. Wednesday morning’s headlines are courtesy of 247Sports and ESPN.

Each morning Longhorns Wire brings you the latest news from around the Big 12 Conference. Monday morning’s headlines are courtesy of 247Sports and ESPN.

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