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It came down to Alabama, Ohio State and LSU for Indianapolis Warren Central four-star EDGE Damien Shanklin. While all three powerhouse programs had plenty to offer the top-100 prospect, it was the Tigers that won out for his pledge on July 5. LSU defensive ends coach Kevin Peoples was instrumental in the decision, as was the rest of the staff in Baton Rouge, including head coach Brian Kelly and new defensive coordinator Blake Baker. Shanklin built bonds in the Bayou that ultimately couldn’t be topped. The No. 91 overall recruit and no. 12 EDGE in the nation, Shanklin is the top-ranked commit o…

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