The Saints host the Lions on Sunday in the Mercedes Benz Superdome. Detroit has won the last three meetings between the two teams. Head Coach Sean Payton says it’s easy to see why New Orleans lost those games…
cut 20 (19) “….three for the Lions”
Saints wide receiver Willie Snead and offensive tackle Terron Armstead were limted at practice today. The duo could make their season debut on Sunday.

In NFL action tonight….the Eagles are at the Carolina Panthers. Since New Orleans beat the Panthers two weeks ago, Carolina and Cam Newton have looked much better. They lead the NFC South with a 4-and-1 record. New Orleans is 2-and-2 on the season.

It’s game night at Cajun Field as UL Lafayette will host Texas State for a 6:30 PM kickoff tonight on ESPN-U. The Cajuns struggled on defense in their first four games, but looked much better in the win over Idaho last Saturday. Coach Mark Hudspeth says getting pressure on the quarterback was the key
Cut 17 (17) “our success”
The Cajuns are still ranked 128th nationally out of 129 FBS teams in scoring defense.

Auburn seeks its first win in Tiger Stadium since 1999. The 10th ranked Tigers lone loss in 2017 is versus defending national champion Clemson. They are led by quarterback Jarrett Stidham, who is fourth in the SEC in passing yards per game.