LSU’s defense is expected to be improved this year as the Tigers brought in several players from the transfer portal that have experience. There’s Mansoor Delane from Virginia Tech, A-J Haulcy from Houston, Tamarcus Cooley from North Carolina State and Ja’Keem Jackson from Florida. Coach Brian Kelly says the group plays with swagger and confidence…
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Ashton Stamps is also expected to start at cornerback. The junior from Rummel has started 17 games during his career at LSU.
The college football season begins Thursday for Northwestern State, who is looking for its first win since 2022. ULM hosts St. Francis on Thursday night too.
The New Orleans Saints began making cuts to get down to the 53-man roster. Veteran running back Cam Akers was part of the first cuts after showing promise in preseason camp. Head coach Kellen Moore says it was a tough move, but he likes the depth the Saints have at running back.
Looks like Kendre Miller will serve as Alvin Kamara’s primary backup. We’ll find out today if former LSU Tiger Clyde Edwards Helaire makes the team.
NFL teams have until 3 PM today to get down to 53 players.
Also, still no announcement on a starting quarterback. A decision is expected soon with the regular season opener on Sunday September 7th against Arizona.