LSU Football players are reporting and the Tigers are ranked sixth in the coaches preseason poll which was released today. Fans are buzzing about the addition of former Saints assistant Joe Brady, who’s been tasked with improving an offense that’s ranked as one of the worst in the SEC. Tiger Rag assistant editor Tyler Nunez.
cut 30 (09) “…offense.”
Brady is LSU’s passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach. Nunez says there are other areas of the team to keep an eye on…
cut 29 (10) “..replace that”
Michael Divinity is one linebacker that’s expected to have a huge impact. One player who won’t be at camp, four-star linebacker Donte Starks, because of academic issues.
Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas was back on the practice field after signing his 5-year, 100-million dollar contract which makes him the highest-paid receiver in the NFL. But how long will that contract remain a record. Atlanta’s Julio Jones and Dallas’ Amari Cooper’s contract are near their end and could eclipse what Thomas is making.
Louisiana High School Athletic Association Executive Director Eddie Bonine says the new Louisiana Select Association has no standing within the LHSAA. Bonine says it’s not on par as other sub-groups like the Louisiana High School Coaches Association. In a statement, Bonine also expressed disappointment with the formation of the L-S-A when schools are being surveyed on their thoughts regarding unification. L-S-A leaders say they needed to organize in order secure venues for their championship games.
Wednesday was the Major League Baseball trading deadline, former LSU Tiger Alex Lange was traded by the Cubs to the Detroit Tigers organization.