Saints owner Gayle Benson says her team’s one and four start is unacceptable. Benson spoke at the Greater New Orleans Quarterback Club and read a lengthy statement that reflected her disappointment with the team’s current three-game losing streak, all of the losses happening in the Superdome. She says the responsibility falls on her to do what is best for the team, and it will take results to win back the confidence of the fan base.
Cut 15 (12) “…throughout our organization.”
The Saints are on the road this Sunday to play the New York Giants.
The SEC’s latest legal filing in its federal lawsuit against LSU over the eligibility of players who signed contracts with NFL and NBA teams says the case should not be dismissed, because LSU has refused to publicly and definitely state that RJ Luis will not be included LSU’s roster. Coach Will Wade says are going to follow all SEC protocols when it comes to Luis, who signed contracts with two different NBA teams, but never played in an NBA game. Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill says LSU has broken no rules and the case is moot.
22nd ranked LSU is looking to bounce back from a tough loss to Kentucky as they host 16th-ranked Mississippi State this Saturday at 11 AM. Quarterback Sam Leavitt says sometimes it can be hard to mentally rebound from a close loss because there aren’t always a lot of coaching tips to work on.
Cut 16 (19) “…keep getting better.”
LSU guard Mikaylah Williams is taking charge of the Lady Tigers women’s basketball team in her senior season. The Bossier City native has been a star since her freshman year; but after two trips to the Elite Eight and a Sweet 16 elimination, she has more to prove in Baton Rouge.
Cut 20 (17) “…I’ve been here.”
The Lady Tigers regular season opener is November second against Southeastern Louisiana.