LSU Coach Les Miles is holding off on naming a starting quarterback for Saturday’s game against Florida. Miles says he’ll let Anthony Jennings and Brandon Harris battle for that opportunity during practice this week. Despite only scoring seven points in a loss to Auburn, Miles believes the offense is not that far away from getting on track. He says the biggest thing they need to do is relax…
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There reportedly was a players only meeting following yesterday’s practice. Cornerback Tre’Davious White is quoted as saying that they tried to tell everyone to stick together.

In the latest Sports Network FCS poll….McNeese State is ranked fifth and Southeastern Louisiana is ranked ninth. Southern is ranked ninth and Grambling tenth in the Black college football poll.

Saints players can use the bye week to heal up from injuries. Tight end Jimmy Graham reportedly has a shoulder sprain, but sources say its not considered serious. Center Jonathan Goodwin did not finish the game against Tampa, but he told reporters his knee injury is not serious as well. There’s also a report that says running back Mark Ingram could be able to return from a broken hand, when New Orleans gets back on the field October 19th against Detroit.

Other Saints news…Safety Kenny Vaccaro says he’s starting to play like his old self. He says the broken ankle he suffered at the end of last year was still bothering him. Also, the black and gold have released rookie Khairi Fortt. The fourth round pick was on injured reserve, but eligible to return Monday.

In the high school football polls…University High in Baton Rouge is newly ranked number one team in Class 3A, while Mangham has taken over the top spot in the One-A poll.

In NBA preseason action last night…Atlanta defeated the Pelicans 93-87.