LSU will need to bounce back from a 31-13 loss to Alabama quickly as they host Texas on Saturday. Star tight end Trey’Dez Green had 10 catches for 85 yards in his second game back from injury, but he still did not look to be at full strength. LSU coach Lane Kiffin says he still had a big impact.

Cut 20 (17) “…hopefully that happens.”

Linebacker Whit Weeks could make his return from a fractured fibula against the Longhorns

Southern has won two in a row and has a tough matchup with Alcorn State on Saturday. Head coach Marshall Faulk says he’s leaning on his secondary to be opportunistic.

Cut 18 (11) “…advantage of that.

The Saints did not make any more moves at the trade deadline today after trading former LSU defensive tackle Davon Godchaux yesterday. Head coach Kellen Moore says that will open up opportunities for second-round pick Christen Miller, who was a healthy scratch against the Browns.

Cut 19 (20) “…getting better.”

Across the league today, Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins is going back to Minnesota, Colts receiver Josh Downs was sent to the Chiefs and the Titans dealt safety Amani Hooker to the Bills.

Former Saints running back Kendre Miller is signing to the Cowboys’ practice squad after being cut last week, and former LSU star receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was released by the Vikings.

LA Tech forward Braylon Wenger was named Sun Belt Conference Basketball Player of the Week after averaging 20.5 points and 4.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists in his first two games last week