The Saints final preseason game is tonight as they host the Los Angeles Rams. Former Ohio State Quarterback J-T Barrett should get plenty of snaps, but the chances of him making the 53-man roster took a hit when the Black and Gold traded for Teddy Bridgewater, who is now the top candidate to replace Drew Brees, when he decides to retire. Running back Shane Vereen and Tommylee Lewis also need big games tonight as they are on the bubble to make the roster. Kick-off is at 7.

LSU defensive tackle Rashard Lawrence has not been at practice several times during the portions viewed by the media during fall camp, but the former Neville star says he’s ready to go for the season opener on Sunday against Miami…
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The Tigers were a better defense with Lawrence on the field last year.

It’s Gameday on the campus of ULM tonight as the Warhawks host Southeastern Louisiana to begin the 2018 season. ULM returns Caleb Evans at quarterback, who accounted for 30 touchdowns rushing and passing. Lions Head Coach Frank Scelfo says he’s impressed with Evans and the Warhawks defense…
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Meanwhile, Southeastern wants to throw the ball down the field more this year after averaging 283 yards on the ground last season. Kick-off is at 7:00.

In New Orleans, Tulane hosts Wake Forest. Northwestern State is at Texas A-and-M.

UL Lafayette opens the season on Saturday against Grambling and Coach Billy Napier has named Andre Nunez as his starting quarterback.