11:40 LRN Sportscast September 17

The LSU Tigers are ranked sixth in the country in both polls after a thrilling 22-21 win over the Auburn Tigers. Quarterback Joe Burrow’s 71-yard touchdown pass to Derrick Dillon started the fourth quarter rally….
cut 14 (12) “…sparked us”
Burrow was named SEC Offensive Player of the Week today. He threw for 249 yards and a touchdown. LSU hosts Louisiana Tech on Saturday.

McNeese State is also off to a 3-0 start after a solid 20-10 win over Nicholls State on Saturday. The Cowboys defense was impressive led by linebacker B-J Blunt who had three sacks and a fumble recovery. The Cowboys will visit 25th ranked BYU this Saturday.

After losing to SEC west opponents last Saturday, ULM and UL Lafayette begin Sun Belt play this Saturday. The Cajuns host Coastal Carolina, while the Warhawks take on Troy in Monroe.

The Saints were nearly upset for the second straight week on Sunday, but made enough plays in the fourth quarter and benefited from Zane Gonzales’ four missed field goals to squeak out a 21-18 win over the hapless Cleveland Browns. Coach Sean Payton not happy with the two fumbles and numerous mental mistakes. He says the team will not become magically better, they’ll have to put the work in….
cut 19 (18) “….Friday”
The Saints will visit the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Atlanta beat Carolina for its first win. Tampa Bay is off to a 2-0 start after beating Philadelphia. Another 400-yard passing performance from Ryan Fitzpatrick.