Ninth-ranked Auburn will look for its win in Tiger Stadium since 1999 when they face second-ranked LSU at 2:30 tomorrow. Auburn will start a true freshman at quarterback in Bo Nix, but they will also rely on a rushing attack that leads the SEC. LSU Coach Ed Orgeron says they are also concerned about the tempo offense that Auburn likes to run…
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And on defense, Auburn features defensive tackle Derrick Brown who could be a top-five pick in the NFL draft next spring.

Tonight is the home opener for the Pelicans, who will host the Dallas Mavericks at 7 PM in the Smoothie King Center. The Mavs won their season opener over Washington, while the Pels lost in overtime to Toronto.

In last Sunday’s win over the Bears, the Saints made sure pass rusher Khalil Mack didn’t sack Teddy Bridgewater. New Orleans faces another good pass rusher Sunday as Arizona linebacker Chandler Jones has 8.5 sacks. Coach Sean Payton says veteran sack artist Terrell Suggs is also having a good season.
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Saints running back Alvin Kamara was limited at yesterday’s practice with ankle and knee injuries. Cornerback Eli Apple was a full participant after he was limited on Wednesday. Quarterback Drew Brees was limited for a second straight day. Kick-off Sunday is at noon.