Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen announced that Andy Dalton will be the starting quarterback moving forward. Dalton took over the role after starter Jameis Winston exited earlier this year with back and ankle injuries suffered in week 2. In four starts. Dalton has thrown 946 yards, 7 touchdowns and 4 interceptions, 3 of which came in last week’s loss to Arizona. Allen said he’ll keep the starting job as long as production continues, but Saints analyst Mike Detillier warned if the turnovers persist, Dalton could find himself back on the bench…
The Ragin’ Cajuns visit Southern Miss tonight after their 38-18 victory over Arkansas St. Cajuns coach Michael Desormeaux says that the team will need to be disciplined in a quick turnaround this week, but it’s a big opportunity for the defending Sun-Belt champs…
The LHSAA has suspended Carroll High School Football Coach Brandon Landers and eight of his assistant coaches for the rest of the season after an altercation with law enforcement and fans during last Friday’s football game at Franklin Parish. Announcer Matt Reynolds said prior to the altercation, Carrol coaches were told numerous times by fans and Sheriff deputies to stop using profanity. An intense shoving match took place after officers tried to escort the coaches out the stadium. Reynolds said the match lasted several minutes but is more disappointed that this event will overshadow a great game between two impressive programs
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The Pelicans announced all-star forward Brandon Ingram will not be making the upcoming three game road trip with the team as he recovers from a concussion suffered Sunday night against Utah. Starters Zion Williamson and Herb Jones went through parts of today’s practice and have been listed as questionable for tomorrow night’s matchup in Phoenix.