LRN Sportscast 16:45 January 5th

LSU’s new defensive coordinator Dave Aranda says his style calls for a smart and aggressive defense. The former Wisconsin defensive coordinator says he’s already looked at game tape of LSU’s defense and believes the talent is there to produce a great defense…
cut 7 (10) “…dictate terms on people”
It was also announced today that LSU is working on extending offensive coordinator Cam Cameron’s contract.

And LSU Coach Les Miles says he’s banning his players from bars after senior tight end Dillon Gordon was stabbed multiple times. His injuries are not considered life threatening, but Miles says there’s no point in going to a bar, if violence erupts…
cut 13 (11) “…..fight night club”
Police continue to search for a suspect in Gordon’s stabbing.

Saints Coach Sean Payton is scheduled to talk with reporters tomorrow as speculation swirls he might not be the coach in New Orleans next season. The NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport is reporting that Payton is looking at the vacancy in San Francisco. Quarterback Drew Brees hopes the uncertainity surrounding who will be the head coach next year will be resolved soon…
cut 18 (12) “….steam ahead”
ESPN is reporting Brees will not need surgery on his injured foot. Doctors have advised Brees to rest his foot for the next four to six weeks.

On the 28th anniversary of the death of former LSU great Pete Maravich, LSU will host 9th ranked Kentucky inside the arena named after Maravich. The Tigers, who won their SEC opener over Vanderbilt, can make a big statement with a win over the Wildcats.Tip-off is at 8 PM.