The New Orleans Saints have acquired former LSU linebacker Kwon Alexander in a trade with the San Francisco 49ers. In return, the Saints gave up a conditional fifth round draft pick and linebacker Kiko Alonso, who has not played this season. Coach Sean Payton says Alexander gives the Saints another athletic linebacker.
Cut 18 (18)… “San Fran”
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the New York Giants last night 25-23, in a game that was much closer than most expected. This sets up a big time matchup this weekend as the Saints will travel take on Tampa Bay as they battle for the division lead.
Chicago receiver Javon Wims has received a 3 game suspension after punching New Orleans Safety Chauncey Gardner-Johnson.
LSU’s next game is November 14th against the Alabama Crimson Tide in Tiger Stadium. Coach Ed Orgeron says that it’s too early to tell if injured quarterback Myles Brennan will play against the second-ranked Crimson Tide. Coach O says if Brennan can’t play, there will be a competition between TJ Finley and Max Johnson on who will start.
Cut 17 (24)… “see what happens”
LSU is 2-3 on the season following the loss to Auburn and could use this bye week to make some necessary adjustments.