Sophomore LSU linebacker Whit Weeks says the Tigers defense is playing free and fast with Blake Baker as its defensive coordinator. Weeks says the defensive calls are simple and effective, so it allows them to play without thinking too much…
cut 20 (20) “….a lot better”
Coach Brian Kelly says the defense is still a work in progress when it comes to getting lined up correctly, communicating effectively and executing the fundamentals.

Senior defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory was back at practice today after missing a good portion of yesterday’s practice so that trainers can examine his left knee. Freshman wide receiver Jelani Watkins has a foot and ankle sprain and missed today’s practice, but it’s not considered serious.

The Saints have a couple more practices in Irvine, California, before they head to San Francisco to play the 49ers in a preseason game on Sunday night. So how is offensive tackle Taliese Fuaga (Tah-lee-ess-say Foo-ah-gah) doing as he continues to get reps with the starters at left tackle. Coach Dennis Allen gave his assessment…
cut 19 (19) “…for him”

Running back Hunter Smith is back this season for ULM after rushing for 509 yards and three touchdowns last season. But Warhawks running backs coach Broderick Fobbs says they have plenty of guys looking to be the leading ball carrier…
cut 12 (10) “…this time”
The Warhawks averaged 17 points a game last year which ranked 124th in the country.