LSU Quarterback Max Johnson says after the defensive line had success in the team’s first scrimmage of preseason camp, the offense is working on communicating the protections better so they know where the pressure is coming from. During his Zoom interview with the media, Johnson was also asked about the advice he’s getting from his Dad, Brad Johnson who played in the NFL for 15 years and won a Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Bucs…
cut 17 (17) “…you can be”
The Saints have trimmed their roster down from 90 to 85 players. Cornerback Prince Amukamara, kicker Brett Maher, running back Stevie Scott the third, defensive end Noah Spence and tackle Kyle Murphy were all let go. Maher’s release means the Saints are searching for a kicker again.
For the first time in conference history, the Sun Belt has two teams ranked in the preseason A-P poll. Coastal Carolina, who is coming off an undefeated regular season, is ranked 22nd, while the Ragin Cajuns are ranked 23rd.
U-L Lafayette had its first scrimmage of preseason camp this past weekend and Coach Billy Napier says freshman running back Montrell Johnson had a good day, but it wasn’t all good when it came to the offense…
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Tulane University announced last week that fans will need to be vaccinated or test negative 72 hours before attending one of its football games this season. Athletic Director Troy Dannen tells Sports Illustrated only 27 of their season-ticket holders requested refunds and they’ve sold well over 27 new season tickets in the last five days.