LSU Could Get a Surprising Defensive Reinforcement Against Texas

LSU defensive end Gabriel Reliford could be nearing a return to the field after being removed from the SEC availability report ahead of the Tigers' matchup with Texas Saturday, at Tiger Stadium.

Reliford was initially listed as probable on Wednesday's report after recovering from a torn ACL suffered during spring practice. His removal from Thursday's report is an encouraging development for LSU, which could get another option along its defensive front at an important point in the season.

While Reliford's availability doesn't necessarily mean he will immediately become a major contributor, his potential return could provide some much-needed depth to the Tigers' defensive-line rotation.

Reliford'…