6:45 LRN Sportscast August 5

With the injury to Myles Brennan, LSU’s quarterback battle is decided as Max Johnson has been named the starter. But there are other key position battles as the Tigers report for preseason camp today. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor William Weathers says one of the more competitive battles will be at linebacker.
Cut 16 (19) “…cohesion and how they work together.”
In a memo to season ticket holders, LSU says they continue to consult with campus and state health officials, and at this time, there are no plans to implement restrictions that could impact the game day experience. The school says they are preparing for a normal season inside Tiger Stadium. LSU’s home opener is September 11th versus McNeese.

The first interception during the team drill portion of training camp was thrown at Saints camp yesterday. Jameis Winston was picked off by Ken Crawley. New Orleans is in search for a cornerback to start opposite of Marshawn Lattimore. After not playing in a game last season, 11-year veteran Prince Amukamara is hoping to be that guy. The 32-year-old, who has 10 career interceptions, believes he can still play in the NFL…
cut 20 (20) “…still go”

The Pelicans have hired former two-time coach of the year Mike D’Antoni as a consultant to help out first-year coach Willie Green. D’Antoni is known for his offensive mind.

Former Nicholls head baseball coach Seth Thibodeaux has been named as the pitching coach at U-L Lafayette.