LSU faces a playoff elimination game tomorrow night against sixth-ranked Texas. The Longhorns are led by New Orleans native Arch Manning under center. He says he grew up going to games in Tiger Stadium and knows the electric atmosphere that awaits his team, but that doesn’t mean his matchup with the Tigers is anything personal.

Cut 18 (12)  “…no connection really.”

Saints starting right tackle Taliese Fuaga has been ruled out against the Panthers on Sunday with a knee injury that popped up during practice this week. It is not expected to be long-term, but with right guard Cesar Ruiz filling in for Erik McCoy at center, New Orleans will have two backups on the right side of the line. Running back Travis Etienne says he hopes to make his return from a hamstring injury.

Cut 21 (10) “…asset to the team.”

Tomorrow, the LSU basketball team faces its first big test of the second Will Wade era. The Tigers travel to Spokane to face 14th-ranked Gonzaga. Wade says the Bulldogs present a huge challenge for his team…

Cut 15 (11) “…Hall of Fame coach.”

LA Tech could win the Sun Belt with a victory over Southern Miss tomorrow. Redshirt sophomore John White took over as the Golden Eagles’ signal caller last week. Saturday will be just his second career start, but Tech coach Sonny Cumbie says he is an accomplished passer.

Cut 17 (16) “…a huge challenge.”

Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray requested a trade after criticizing the team and coaching staff on social media yesterday. New Orleans hosts Memphis for an NBA Cup game tonight.