ARIK GILBERT: WELCOME HOME...TIME FOR SALVATION, TIME FOR REDEMPTION

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by LONN PHILLIPS SULLIVAN

@LonnPhillips

As this site first reported, LSU were pursuing Arik Gilbert at all costs with a "full court press", intent to bring their brother back into the fold.

Today, those reports are bearing fruit as Arik didn't just enter into discussions with LSU, he's now visiting Baton Rouge today for the first time since he left in late December, first reported in early January.

Following a change in mindset for the teenager (who's been through hell and back in the unforgiving eye of the public), Coach Orgeron is ready to welcome their elite tight end back with open arms, although there will be objectives (both academically and disciplinary) that Gilbert must hit to maintain his presence on roster.

Offensive Coordinator Jake Peetz and in particularly D.J Mangas have been instrumental in the potential, now highly likely return of Arik Gilbert. Peetz made routine check-in calls, Mangas ha