11:40 LRN Sportscast

In his first news conference following his appointment as interim head football coach of the LSU Tigers, Frank Wilson said he’s excited for the challenge.

Cut 13 (11)  “…prepare yourself for.”

Wilson says LSU will run the ball more. The Tigers are last in the Southeastern Conference in rush offense. Wilson also says Garrett Nussmeier will remain the team’s starting quarterback.

Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall is expected to be one of the top candidates for the LSU head coaching position, but he says he’s committed to being with the Green Wave.

Cut 16 (18) “…guys know that.”

 

Saints rookie Tyler Shough will start at quarterback for New Orleans when they visit the L-A Rams. Shough replaces an ineffective Rattler and Ross Jackson, host of the Locked on Saints Podcast, says Shough is going to have to successful in a few specific parts of his game if he wants to break out…

Cut 20 (13) “….have to do”

Southeastern Louisiana will host East Texas A-and-M on Saturday. S-L-U Coach Frank Scelfo is impressed with the Lions linebackers…

Cut 30 (20) “…and T-F-Ls”