The Saints gave up 242 rushing yards and turned it over three times as they lost their third straight yesterday as Philadelphia pounded the Black and Gold 40-29. New Orleans Coach Sean Payton says they didn’t do the things needed in order to win in the NFL…
Cut 16 (15) “..better job”
New Orleans is now 5-and-5 and still clinging to the seventh and final playoff spot in the NFC. The Saints will host six and five Buffalo on Thanksgiving night. The Colts clobbered the Bills 41-15 yesterday.

In college basketball, LSU hosts Belmont tonight at 7 PM. This afternoon, ULM faces Northwestern State in a game that will be played in Ruston. Yesterday the Cajuns lost to Indiana 76-44. NBA, the Pels host the Timberwolves.

Multiple reports say LSU cornerback Eli Ricks plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal. Ricks hasn’t played since the loss to Kentucky as he underwent season-ending surgery to repair a torn labrum. He was a Freshman All-American last season after intercepting five passes.

LSU linebacker Damone Clark is a finalist for the Butkus award, which goes to the nation’s best linebacker. Clark leads the nation in tackles.

The Tigers conclude the regular season this Saturday night when they host Texas A-and-M. A win for the Bayou Bengals will make them bowl eligible, but Coach Oregeron says that will not be the main motivation…
Cut 20 (10) “.motivating factor”
Kick-off is at 6 PM.

The Ragin Cajuns will play Appalachian State in the Sun Belt Championship game on December fourth. But first the regular-season finale this Saturday against ULM. Southeastern Louisiana received an at-large berth into the FCS playoffs and will host Florida A-and-M on Saturday, while Northwestern State announces Brad Laird will return as the Demons head coach, but will make changes to his staff.