Louisiana recorded its hottest November ever this year, with average temperatures soaring over eight degrees above normal, according to the National Weather Service. LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the average temperature for November – factoring in both daytime highs and overnight lows – is 57 degrees.

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Keim says cities like New Orleans and Shreveport saw multiple days in the 80s, disrupting seasonal norms.

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier announces that he’s returning next year for his final year of eligibility. Tiger Rag Magazine Editor Todd Horne says this is not a surprise.

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Horne says it’s possible that Nussmeier was negotiating his NIL deal for his senior year, and that he got some well-placed advice from his father – Philadelphia Eagles quarterbacks coach Doug Nussmeier.

Louisiana leads the nation for early-season flu cases for the second year in a row.  Sean Richardosn has more.

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When the Saints take the field Sunday afternoon against the Commanders, they will see a familiar face on the other side of the ball – Marshawn Lattimore. The longtime Saint was traded to the Commanders earlier this season; and on Sunday, he will make his return to the Superdome, this time taking up residence in the visiting team’s locker room. Kickoff on Sunday is at noon.