Saints head coach Sean Payton had some high praise for rookie wide receiver Mike Thomas after today’s practice at the team’s training facility Metairie….
cut 30 (19) “…do well”
Thomas has stood out at practices because of his one-handed catches. He’ll likely start the season behind Brandin Cooks and Willie Snead, but he’s definitely ahead of Brandon Coleman, who is coming off a rough performance in last Saturday’s preseason loss to Houston.

Recently released Saints cornerback Keenan Lewis is reportedly met with the Pittsburgh Steelers today. Lewis’ first four seasons in the NFL were in Pittsburgh and it’s the Steelers who New Orleans plays on Friday night in exhibition action.

LSU is eleven days away from kick-off against the Wisconsin Badgers to begin the 2016 season and there’s quite a battle to see who will start at nose guard in defensive coordinator Dave Aranda’s three-four scheme. Greg Gilmore is fighting with 350-pound Travonte Valentine for that spot. Gilmore is impressed with what Valentine can do on the football field…
cut 29 (16) “…unstoppable”
LSU offensive lineman George Brown Junior is on the move as he’s reportedly transferring to another school.

The LSU men’s basketball team released its non-conference schedule today. The Tigers will host Southern Miss, Houston and travel to Wake Forest and Texas Tech. Coach Johnny Jones squad will also play in the Bahammas, where they’ll face Witchita State and possibly Louisville.