6:45 LRN Sportscast

Saints running back Alvin Kamara has missed the last three practices and an ESPN report says Kamara is staying away, because he would like a new contract. The 2017 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year is set to make two-point-one million dollars this season, the final year of his rookie deal.

Former LSU running back Leonard Fournette is looking for a new team. The Jaguars released Fournette, despite compiling over 16-hundred yards from scrimmage in 15 games last year. The Jags say they tried to trade Fournette, but could not find any takers.

Another LSU Tiger has decided to opt-out of the 2020 season. Defensive tackle Tyler Shelvin was expected to be the anchor in the middle of Bo Pelini’s four-three defense. Shelvin’s departure means LSU only has five returning starters from last year’s national championship team.

In the NBA, the Pelicans Brandon Ingram has been named the Most Improved Player after averaging 24 points, six rebounds, and four assists last season.

The LHSAA will allow the volleyball season to begin next Tuesday, even though the state has not moved into Phase 3. No fans will be allowed in the gym. Meanwhile, Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry is telling LHSAA executive director Eddie Bonine to turn on the Friday Night Lights. Landry sent Bonine a letter that the association’s concerns about COVID-19 liability when it comes to football are unfounded.

After taking eleven days off because of multiple coronavirus cases, ULM has resumed football activities. The Warhawks are less than two weeks away from their season opener against Army on September 12th. Coach Matt Viator says even though game week is right around the corner they have to cautiously move forward
Cut 17 (20) “…the process.”