The LSU men’s basketball team went on a 15-0 run in the second half last night to put away Auburn 84-61. It was another big night for Jarell Martin, who had 25 points. Tiger Rag Editor Cody Worsham says Martin has been attacking the rim more lately…
cut 17 (11) “…closer to the rim”
LSU’s next game is Saturday at home against Ole Miss. The Rebels host Georgia tonight.

In college baseball last night…McNeese State and U-L Lafayette battled for 17 winnings and it was the Cowboys who prevailed five to four. Connor Lloyd drove home the winning run, denying Ragin Cajuns coach Tony Robichaux his 1,000th career win. Tonight’s LSU-Southeastern Louisiana game has been pushed back to tomorrow.

There’s a couple of mock drafts that have the Saints selecting LSU offensive lineman La’el Collins with their 13th overall pick. NFL draft analyst Mike Detillier says the Black and Gold can’t go wrong with that pick…
cut 30 (10) “….dominant player”

In other NFL news…the Ravens have released returner Jacoby Jones. The New Orleans native spent three seasons in Baltimore, winning a Super Bowl with the Ravens.

In college football…LSU has received a verbal commitment from a five star cornerback out of Florida, Saivion Smith.

ULM has received final approval from the state to construct an end zone facility at Malone Stadium. Groundbreaking is set for next week. The new facility will contain a new locker room, coaches offices and a Hall of Fame area.

Southeastern Louisiana has hired Blake Williams as its defensive coordinator, he’s the son of former Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams.