After Saturday’s disappointing loss to Troy, LSU Head Coach Ed Orgeron said a meeting occurred involving himself, athletic director Joe Alleva and the two coordinators. Oregeron says he and Alleva meet weekly and he thought it was good to bring in Dave Aranda and Matt Canada too…
Cut 16 (10) “very positive”
Orgeron defended himself during his call-in radio show last night. He says he’s earned his position as head coach of the Tigers and called Joe Alleva the best athletic director he’s worked for. Coach O added the practices this week are more physical as the team prepares for Florida.

A hurricane in the Gulf is expected this weekend, but the LSU-Florida game is still on for Gainesville. But other games have been affected. Tulane will now play Tulsa at 11 AM. Nicholls State versus Northwestern State will kick-off at 11 AM in Thibodeaux, instead of 6:30. And Southeastern Louisiana -Incarnate Word contest in Hammond begins at 10 AM.

ULM is a 6-point favorite heading into Saturday’s road game at Texas State. The Warhawks have won two in a row, while the Bobcats have lost four straight. Coach Matt Viator is not expecting an easy win in San Marcos
Cut 18 (25) “of game”

More bad news for the Saints. One day after placing starting tackle Zach Strief on injured reserve, the Black and Gold have also placed rookie linebacker Alex Anzalone after injuring his shoulder while making a tackle in Sunday’s win over Miami.

Tonight’s NFL game is New England at Tampa Bay. The Bucs are 2-and-1, while the Patriots are 2-and-2.