The LSU defense held Clemson’s talented offense to only 261 total yards for the entire game. Kelly says there are a few characteristics that a successful defense has to have in order to play as one.

Cut 18 (20) “…build on that.”

LSU senior quarterback Garrett Nussmeier was named the Walter Camp National Offensive Player of the Week after completing 28 of 38 passes for 232 yards and a touchdown in the Tigers’ 17-10 win against Clemson.

LSU senior cornerback Mansoor Delane was named the Chuck Bednarik Player of the Week after totaling an interception and two pass breakups in the win against Clemson. Delane only allowed one catch in forty coverage snaps.

LSU baseball announces it will play in the “Live Like Lou Jax Classic” which takes place in Jacksonville at VyStar ballpark from February 20^th through the 22^nd of 2026. LSU will face the Indiana Hoosiers on Friday at 1 p.m. Central. The Tigers will take on Notre Dame on the Saturday at 11 a.m. central time and then round things off on Sunday at 2. pm. against UCF.

ULM football travels to Tuscaloosa this weekend to face number-21 Alabama after a 29 to 0 victory over Saint Francis last week. Head coach Bryant Vincent says he wants to see major strides from his team every week, but especially in week two.

Cut 19 (14) “…got to climb.”

Southern football head coach named Cam’Ron Mccoy as the starting quarterback this Saturday against Alabama State in the Jaguars’ home opener. The move comes after sophomore Jalen Woods was ruled out with a head and neck injury he suffered against Mississippi Valley State.

After sending in National Guard Troops to help fight crime in Washington D.C., New Orleans is among the cities President Trump is eyeing for a similar federal crime fight. The president says crime in New Orleans can be taken care of very quickly.

Cut 13 (7) “…than D.C…”

According to the Metropolitan Crime Commission, shootings, homicides, carjackings and armed robbery are all down as compared to the previous year.

Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow ended speculation this morning that she could be the next president of the LSU system. She says though higher education is her passion and background the timing isn’t right. LSU is located in her district and she believes her position on House Appropriations can be more beneficial for the university…

Cut 8 (05) “…in D-C.”

There’s still a possibility Letlow will run for U-S Senate. It’s believed she’s waiting to see if President Trump will endorse her in a race against several other challengers and incumbent Bill Cassidy.

A civic organization says when it comes to overall well-being, Louisiana is headed in the right direction. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Federal and state officials announced this afternoon they are housing ICE detainees at the State Penitentiary in Angola. The area is called Camp 57, in honor of Jeff Landry, the 57^th Governor of Louisiana. Landry says the worst ICE offenders will be housed there and there are currently 52 ICE detainees at the renovated facility with the ability to house up to 416.

An anti-smoking group says smoke-free policies has led to a drop in smoking-related cancer.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Governor Landry and federal officials will be at Angola this afternoon to announce that ICE detainees will be housed at the State Penitentiary. In a statement, Governor Landry says criminal illegal aliens beware, Louisiana Lockup is where your time in America Ends. It’s been reported the undocumented immigrants will be housed at Camp J, which has been under renovation.

Two more Republicans are eyeing the U-S Senate race, Carencro Representative Julie Emerson and St. Tammany Councilwoman Kathy Seidan are looking at challenging Republican incumbent Bill Cassidy. Cassidy is already facing three announced challengers. ULM Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says it’s a sign many see Cassidy as vulnerable because of his 2021 vote to impeach President Trump…

Cut 12 (08) “…getting in it”

After Louisiana solar panel installer PosiGen laid off 166 employees, one trade organization representing the solar, wind and energy storage industries is reaffirming its confidence in the growth of solar energy. Monika (noe-NEE-kah) Gerhart, the executive director of the Gulf States Renewable Energy Industries Association, says Louisiana is among the nation’s leaders in solar energy growth.

Cut 3 (08) “…and new hires.”

Union Parish vegetable farmer Conrad Cable says he will challenge Republican House Speaker and Fourth District Congressman Mike Johnson in next year’s federal elections. Johnson will be well-funded in his re-election bid, but Cable says he has a plan to raise money…

Cut 6 (17) “….we intend to do”

Republican U-S Senator Bill Cassidy is facing at least three Republican challengers in his bid for re-election. They are State Treasurer John Fleming, Acadiana state Senator Blake Miguez and Public Service Commissioner Eric Skrmetta. ULM Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says all of these candidates can make a run for U-S Senate and not lose their current seat…

Cut 11 (10) “….squeak ahead”

In April, there will be a party primary, as Republican and no party voters will have a chance to elect a GOP candidate for the November election

A big press conference is scheduled for 3 PM today at Angola as Governor Landry along with federal officials will announce detainee undocumented immigrants will be housed at the State Penitentiary. Louisiana has nine ICE processing and detention centers and Louisiana Illuminator Editor Greg LaRose says Louisiana has become a go-to location for the Trump administration since it placed a heightened emphasis on immigration enforcement.

Cut 15 (09) “…hold times.”

Governor Landry says the federal government has approved the state’s waiver that prohibits SNAP recipients from using food stamps to purchase soda, candy and energy drinks. Landry says this new policy is part of the state’s Make Louisiana Healthy agenda.

Cut 21 (09) “…Louisianians healthy.”

Landry says SNAP recipients are now able to purchase rotisserie chicken with food stamps, a healthy food item.

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.

A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the holiday weekend. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says a group of teens wearing masks and hoodies were seen walking around, with some carrying guns. A short time later, police got a call, saying that someone had been shot. The victim was identified as 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr.

Cut 7 (07) “…at the scene.”

It’s unclear what led up to the shooting. So far, no arrests have been made.

As a result of its impressive win on the road at Clemson LSU moved up six spots in the AP Top 25 poll and is ranked third.  Louisiana Tech is up next for the third ranked Tigers. The Bulldogs won their season opener by shutting out Southeastern Louisiana. Coach Brain Kelly has great respect for Tech coach Sonny Cumbie…

Cut 14 (12) “…state of Louisiana.”

Kick off is at 6:30.

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund is inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

And Governor Landry says it’s now official, SNAP recipients can no longer use their food stamps to purchase candy, soda or energy drinks. Landry says gone are the days of taxpayers subsidizing unhealthy lifestyles and eating habits…

Cut 11 (06) “…candy out.”