We hear from LSU Coach Les Miles today for the first time since Saturday’s disappointing 16-14 loss to an unranked Wisconsin team. Former LSU offensive lineman and now talk show host on WWL Radio in New Orleans, T-Bob Hebert, says Miles has likely told the players that this isn’t the time to sit around and feel sorry for yourself…:
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The Tigers take on Jacksonville State this weekend and sports analysts say LSU is likely to win that game but doubt it will be a cake walk if the atrocious play of the offensive line continues.

Meanwhile, The Mad Hatter has suspended offensive lineman Josh Boutte for Saturday’s home opener. Boutte was flagged for a personal foul and ejected from the Wisconsin contest for a late hit on the Badgers. Miles said in a statement that he sincerely apologizes for the mistake.

According to CBSSports.com, the Saints and Quarterback Drew Brees are starting to negotiate a new contract ahead of the start of the season deadline to get an extension worked out. The report indicates Brees has been seeking a 4 year deal worth $100 million dollars and doesn’t want to negotiate after the season starts.

The Black and Gold take on the Raiders Sunday and sources say that defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins will miss at least 6 weeks. The rookie was placed on injured reserve Monday.

The Louisiana Sports Writers Association has named ULM quarterback Garrett Smith the Offensive Player of the Week. The sophomore had 358 total yards to lead the Warhawks to a 38-21 win over Southern. Co-Defensive LSWA honors go to LSU cornerback Tre’Davious White who picked off a pass against the Badgers and ran it in for a touchdown. And Louisiana Tech Safety Xavier Woods who tied his career high 10 tackles in the close game against Arkansas. Grambling running back Martez Carter got the Special Teams Player of the week LSWA honor.