During the bye week, LSU is preparing for its biggest game yet. The Tigers host tenth-ranked Alabama next Saturday, and coach Lane Kiffin says the Crimson Tide are more talented than any team they have faced this season.

Cut 16 (19) “…teams we played.”

After LSU tried to dismiss the SEC’s federal lawsuit against the school for recruiting pro players and basketball coach Will Wade reportedly gave up on signing former NBA signee RJ Luis, Luis and his attorneys are not giving up. A Baton Rouge judge enjoined LSU and the conference in an injunction that makes the former St. John’s star eligible and blocks the SEC’s punishments against LSU for rostering him. A preliminary injunction hearing will be held on November 13.

ULM secured that elusive first victory this season with a 21-14 comeback win over Troy. Coach Bryant Vincent says they have played a lot of close games this season.

Cut 19 (20) “…bring that back.”

The Warhawks return home to host Southern Miss this weekend. The Golden Eagles are also coming off their first FBS win this season with a 35-31 win against UL Lafayette.

The LSU women’s basketball team holds its final exhibition game tonight against Loyola New Orleans. Tip-off in the P-MAC is at 7, and admission is free. The Tigers tip off the regular season on Monday against Southeastern Louisiana.

UL Lafayette also closes out its preseason slate tonight against Mississippi Christian at 6 before opening the regular season on Tuesday against Xavier.