LSU opened its season with a 17 to 10 win over Clemson in a defensive battle. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney gave the LSU Tigers a grade of 65 out of 100 for their performance last Saturday. Kelly clapped back, saying it was a low score considering his team dominated Clemson in the second half…

Cut 13 (10)  “…second half.”

LSU came in at number three in the Associated Press Rankings this week, which is the highest ranking LSU has been since 2019.

Nicholls State football entered the FCS Top 25 poll this week at the number 22 spot. Nicholls enters the top 25 after a win over number 4 Incarnate Word and a loss to Troy despite not being ranked in the preseason polls.

For the first time ever, the Grambling State Tigers will face an Associated Press number 1 team. The Tigers will be tasked with facing the number 1 Ohio State after the Buckeyes took care of Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns this past weekend.

During the holiday weekend, the Saints made a shocking roster move, and head coach Kellen Moore says it was a rather difficult one.

Cut 20 (10) “…had to make.”

The New Orleans Saints announced the hiring of Thomas Dimitroff as a consultant. Dimitroff has an extensive background in NFL front offices, most notably with the Atlanta Falcons, where he served as General Manager while helping lead the team to a Super Bowl 51 appearance.

ULM senior defensive back D’arco Perkins-McCallister was named as the Sun Belt Conference defensive player of the week after an impressive performance against Saint Francis. Perkins-McCallister totaled 8 tackles, including two sacks in the shutout win.

Two Louisiana Tech football players earned Conference USA Weekly Honors this week. Linebacker Mekhi Mason was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week and punter John Hoyet Chance was selected as the Conference USA Special Teams Player of the Week.

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is excited to showcase a new-look offense full of transfer additions. Some of the weapons that Nussmeier will have on the offensive side are tight ends Bauer Sharp and Trey’Dez Green. Nussmeier says that he believes in both players’ abilities to execute, particularly in the receiving game.

Cut 17 (17)  “…they’re winning.”

The New Orleans Saints’ wide receiver room is set after acquiring Devaughn Vele (VAY-lay) from Denver and Trey Palmer off waivers. Head coach Kellen Moore says that both players bring valuable experience but have some catching up to do.

CUT 29 (14): “for everyone.”

The ULM Warhawks kick off their season tonight as they host Saint Francis. ULM ranked 128^th out of 133 teams in passing offense last season, averaging just over 134 yards in the air. Redshirt sophomore quarterback Aidan Armenta will take control of the Warhawks offense. Vincent says that Armenta has all the attributes needed to help the team go far.

Cut 19 (17) “….do it.”

Northwestern State football looks to get its first win since November of 2022 tonight as it faces Alcorn State at 7 p.m. Head coach Blaine McCorkle enters his second year with the Demons after going winless in his first season. Redshirt freshman Abram Johnston will lead the Demons’ offense at quarterback after starting in three games last season.

Quarterback Spencer Rattler was named as the New Orleans Saints starter for the 2025 season. Rattler says that he is ready to get to work and believes the Saints are making the right decision.

CUT 26 (11): “right now.”

The New Orleans Saints claimed former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Trey Palmer off of waivers. Palmer is a Kentwood, Louisiana native and spent his college career at both LSU and Nebraska.

The Kansas City Chiefs are welcoming back running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire to the team’s practice squad after he was waived by the New Orleans Saints this week. Edwards-Helaire was selected in the first round by Kansas City in 2020 and went on to win two Super Bowls with the team.

USA Team Captain Keegan Bradley selected former LSU star golfer Sam Burns to play in the 2025 Ryder Cup, which will take place in Farmingdale, New York.

The South Course at New Orleans’ City Park will host a LIV Golf tournament June 26th through the 28th of next year. LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil said fans attending the tournament can expect a different environment than most golf settings.

Cut 7 (08) “…it is fun.”

Louisiana Tech opens up its season on Saturday as it hosts Southeastern Louisiana. Senior linebacker Kolbe Fields says opposing teams will have trouble when they play in Ruston.

Cut 18 (14) “…make it out.”

The Independence Bowl Foundation and Radiance Technologies announced the extension of the title sponsorship of the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl through at least the 2027 Bowl season, with a three-year option to extend the agreement through 2030.

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore announced that second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler will be the team’s starting quarterback for week one against the Arizona Cardinals. Moore says that he feels like Rattler’s offseason and preseason games were more consistent.

CUT 21 (12): “for us.”

The New Orleans Saints are battling with the injury bug, especially at the offensive line position. The Saints acquired Asim Richards and a 2028 seventh-round pick in exchange for a 2028 sixth-round pick from the Dallas Cowboys.

Moore says the Saints will have to overcome the injuries and plan accordingly as the regular season approaches.

Cut 20 (18) “…our team.”

The LSU offensive line battle has been one of the most important stories leading into the opener versus Clemson. LSU has narrowed down its remaining starting jobs on the offensive line to left guard and right tackle. Kelly says he could see the Tigers playing several guys on the offensive line against Clemson.

Cut 17 (19)  “…for us.”

Louisiana Tech football will start its season Saturday as it hosts Southeastern Louisiana.  Head coach Sonny Cumbie said that he will not name a starting quarterback until later this week. The quarterback battle is between Evan Bullock, Trey Kukuk and Blake Baker.  Cumbie says the energy and way that the team rallies around each QB will be factored in.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have announced that former LSU running back Josh Williams has made the 53-man roster. Williams signed with the team as an undrafted free agent and earned his spot from an impressive preseason.

LSU announces that quarterback Garrett Nussmeier will wear the coveted No. 18 jersey this season, which is given to a team leader with great character. Nussmeier will be the first quarterback to wear the special number since 2003, when Matt Mauck helped the Tigers win a national championship. Senior defensive end Jack Pyburn says that Nussmeier embodies the right traits to lead the offense.

Cut 7 (12) “…he is a gamer.”

Multiple LSU football players have said that this is the closest team they have ever been a part of, even despite having so many new transfers. Senior wide receiver Zavion Thomas says the players are always hanging out off the field.

Cut 20 (20) “…pick it up.”

Nicholls started its season on Saturday with an impressive win over 4th-ranked Incarnate Word. The defense led the way, holding the Cardinals to 204 total yards while forcing four turnovers in a 20 to 6 win. Ty Marsh scored the first touchdown on a 29-yard interception return for a touchdown late in the first quarter. Marsh says he appreciated the Colonel faithful.

Cut 16 (15) “…hoping to get more.”

The Southern Jaguars started off its season with a 31 to 14 loss to the NC Central. The biggest story from the loss was the bright spot in former LSU running back Trey Holly. The sophomore running back broke free for an 80-yard touchdown in his first game back playing since 2023. Holly says the Jaguars came into the game with too much confidence.

CUT 21 (15): “fell short.”

The Saints wrap up their preseason Saturday against the Broncos in the Superdome. The starting quarterback job is, down to second-year Spencer Rattler and rookie Tyler Shough. Mike Hoss, the Saints’ play-by-play announcer on WWL radio, says the race is still close.

Cut 6 (14) “…a pick-six.”

For the first time in program history, a Nicholls State home football game will be broadcasted nationally on ESPN2. N It will be head coach Tommy Rybacki’s first game as the Colonel’s head coach after Tim Rebowe retired at the end of last season. Athletic director Jonathan Terell says Rybacki was an ideal replacement.

CUT 21 (13): “be successful.”

Nicholls and Incarnate Word kick off Saturday at noon.

LSU Men’s Basketball has announced its 2025 Non-Conference Schedule. The schedule features 13 non-conference games. LSU will tip off its season at home against Tarleton State on Wednesday, November 5^th. The Tigers will make their return to the Emerald Coast Classic in Niceville, Florida, where they will take on Drake on November 28^th. LSU will face either Georgia Tech or DePaul on November 29^th in the second game of the classic. LSU will travel to Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, to take on Boston College for the annual SEC and ACC challenge.

The Southern Jaguars begin their season on Saturday in Atlanta, as they face the NC Central Eagles. The Jaguars will be challenged with facing one of the top FCS quarterbacks in Davius Richard. Head coach Terrance Graves says he is taking advantage of all the film he can to stop the dynamic quarterback.

Cut 30 (13): “seen on film”

Southern and NC Central kick off at 6:30 p.m.

The New Orleans Saints are nearing its regular season opener versus the Arizona Cardinals. Head coach Kellen Moore announced that second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler will start the final preseason game for the Saints. Moore says Rattler’s ability to extend plays with his legs has stood out.

Cut 17 (17)  “…group is going.”

The New Orleans Saints acquired Devaughn Vele (VAY-lay) from the Denver Broncos in exchange for a fourth-round pick in 2026 and a seventh-round pick in 2027. Vele fits a need for a big and physical receiver that New Orleans has been missing, as he is six-foot-five and 210 pounds. Moore says the offense will benefit from the addition.

Cut 16 (13) “…corporation.” 

The Southeastern Conference has announced that it will be moving to a nine-game conference schedule in football beginning in 2026. Under the new format, the SEC will continue with single-standings; each team will play three annual opponents focused on maintaining traditional rivalries; each team’s remaining six games will rotate among the remaining conference schools, and each team will face every other SEC program at least once every two years and every opponent home and away in four years. SEC teams are also required to schedule at least one quality non-conference opponent from the ACC, Big 10, or Big 12 conference or Notre Dame each season.

UL Lafayette named Walker Howard as the team’s starting quarterback for the 2025 season after he beat out Daniel Beale and Lunch Winfield for the job. Walker, who was once a five-star in the class of 2022 started his career at LSU and later transferred to Ole Miss. Howard says he is glad to be playing for the hometown team.

Cut 20 (14) “…behind me.”

LSU football is only ten days away from kicking off its season against Clemson and the Tigers are still looking for a starting left guard and right tackle. The left guard and right tackle position battle involves several players. Head coach Bryan Kelly says he and the staff are trying to find the best options for the opener.

Cut 17 (17)  “…right tackle.”

UL Lafayette has named its starting quarterback for the 2025 season. Former five-star and Lafayette’s own Walker Howard has been named the starter after beating out Daniel Beale and Lunch Winfield for the job, where he will make his debut as a starter vs Rice on August 30th. Howard was ranked as the No.6 quarterback in the class of 2022 and transferred in from Ole Miss this past offseason.

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore told the media that he is still not ready to decide on which quarterback would get the start in week one versus the Arizona Cardinals. Moore says the staff will continue to monitor each quarterback day by day before making any decisions.

LSU head coach Ed Orgeron has not coached since 2021, when he went 6 and 6 with LSU. Orgeron told Tiger Rag that he wants to eventually make a return to coaching, but he says he is waiting for the right opportunity.

Cut 5 (10) “…best for us.”

Louisiana Tech sophomore quarterback Evan Bullock has been named to the 2025 Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List. The award is given annually to the top offensive player in college football who also exhibits the characteristics that define Earl Campbell. Bullock totaled 2,107 yards passing to go with 14 touchdowns in the air.

LSU football is only ten days away from kicking off its season against Clemson on the East coast. Head coach Brian Kelly named three solidified starters on the offensive line but says starting jobs at left guard and right tackle are ongoing. The battle at left guard includes Paul Mubenga, Coen Echols and DJ Chester. For most of fall camp, Chester took first-team snaps at left guard but recently has been working at both center and right tackle. Kelly says to expect more than the same five linemen to rotate in with the group when the season begins.

Cut 19 (21) “…as well.”

The battle at right tackle includes sophomore Weston Davis and freshman Carius Curne.

A doubleheader involving LSU’s two basketball programs is set to take place at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans on Saturday, December 13^th in the Compete 4 Cause Classic. The opener of the doubleheader will feature LSU women’s basketball taking on Louisiana Tech. The second matchup will feature LSU men’s basketball team taking on the SMU Mustangs. Long-time LSU SID Kent Lowe says both LSU teams will benefit from playing in New Orleans.

Cut 8 (12) “…as well.”

As UL Monroe’s kickoff versus Saints Francis continues to creep up, head coach Bryant Vincent says the Warhawks still have a lot to learn from. He says the offense has to execute more consistently and become better disciplined.

Cut 20 (17) “…is critical.”

LSU football’s offensive line saw its biggest shakeup yet at practice number sixteen. Freshman Carius Curne took first-team reps at right tackle while sophomore Weston Davis took second-team reps at right tackle. Sophomore Paul Mubenga was with the first team at left guard.

Senior wideout Zavion Thomas is one of many LSU receivers who can hurt defenses with his speed. Head coach Brian Kelly says that the senior has had an impressive fall camp.

Cut 18 (13) “…be expanded.”

Jay Johnson told the Advocate LSU Baseball’s 2026 opponents for the first four weeks of the season. LSU will start its season versus Milwaukee in Baton Rouge. The Tigers will participate in the 2026 Jax College Baseball Classic in Jacksonville Florida where it will face Indiana, Notre Dame, and UCF. The Tigers will return home in week three to face Northeastern University and in week four, LSU will host Sacramento State.

Louisiana Tech’s 2025 squad has several players on its current roster who are from Ruston. Sophomore linebacker and Ruston native Jadon Mayfield says that it has been a blessing to play for the hometown team.

Cut 20 (15) “…a powerhouse.”

The New Orleans Saints are acquiring veteran center Luke Fortner from the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for defensive tackle Khalen Saunders. Fortner is entering his fourth season in the NFL and looks to add some depth to an injured and depleted offensive line.

Former LSU football head coach Ed Orgeron told Barstool Sports in an interview that he has the itch to coach again. Orgeron has not coached since the 2021 season, where he was fired after going 6 and 6. Now that Orgeron’s sons all have established roles in coaching, he says he would be open to a coaching return.