Author Archives: Kace Kieschnick

10.16.26
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11:40 LRN Sportscast

LSU hosts Mississippi State tomorrow. Bulldogs quarterback Kamario Taylor is off to a stellar start to his sophomore campaign, but he is listed as questionable with a right foot injury. LSU coach Lane Kiffin says he can be a dangerous player.

Cut 17 (16) “…quarterback college friendly.”

The Saints will have their chance to answer owner Gayle Benson’s call to action on Sunday against the Giants. Nola.com’s Jeff Duncan says Benson’s rare public appearance admonishing the team’s performance was eye-opening. Her speech came before a big road trip to New York, then to Paris for the first-ever NFL game in France.

Cut 3 (14) “…so bad.”

It’s been 26 years since their last matchup but ULM and LA Tech square off for the 44th time tomorrow. The Warhawks are 0-and-5 to start the season and have now lost 13 straight. Head coach Bryant Vincent is still confident in his team, and Athletics Director S.J. Touhy told KNOE-TV in Monroe the administration is behind him.

Cut 9 (11)  “…him showing that.”

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

UL Lafayette hosts Troy tomorrow as the Cajuns try to rebound from a disappointing loss to Louisiana Tech. Head coach Michael Desormeax says the team is angry after blowing a 12-point fourth-quarter lead, and they should be. But now they have to turn to a Trojans team hitting its stride.

Cut 19 (10) “…room for error.”

Kickoff at Cajun Field is set for 4 p.m.

10.16.26
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9:30 LRN Newscast

Xavier University’s Ochsner College of Medicine In New Orleans earned preliminary accreditation. It has been a ten-year mission to for the university, and the school will welcome its first class next summer. Dr. Leonardo Seoane (say-oh-AH-nee), the president and founding dean of the college, says while the initial class will be 50 students, he expects future classes to grow in size.

Cut 6 (09) “…100 per class.”

It will be great weekend for the 89th annual International Rice Festival in Crowley. Festivities are already underway, and Festival Coordinator Shanna Monk says the live music will be rocking the festival stages until midnight tonight and tomorrow night.

Cut 11 (13) “…on Saturday night.”

There is also a children’s parade this afternoon and a grand parade tomorrow and carnival rides open from 10 to 10 today and tomorrow and noon to six on Sunday.

ULM welcomes Louisiana Tech for the I-20 Showdown tomorrow night. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. Warhawks Athletic Director S.J. Touhy told KNOE-TV in Monroe that the students have been great supporters so far this season, and the Warhawks are working to make Saturday’s game day extra special.

Cut 8 (11) “…a fun day.”

Number-22 LSU takes on 16th-ranked Mississippi State at 11 a.m. tomorrow. Bulldogs head coach Jeff Lebby was the Ole Miss offensive coordinator for two seasons under Lane Kiffin, and Kiffin says his offense can be lethal.

Cut 16 (16) “…pick you apart.”

Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor is questionable to play.

10.15.26
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4:45 LRN Sportscast

ESPN reports that the College Football Playoff is finalizing a deal to expand to 24 teams next season. The new format is expected to feature automatic bids for Power conference champions, one auto bid for the top Group of Six team, and 19 at-large bids. In the expected format, the top eight seeds receive a bye, and all first- and second-round games would be played on campuses. Conference title games would likely be eliminated, and the format could jeopardize many bowl games.

LSU is rebounding from a gut-wrenching loss to Kentucky and will host number-16 Mississippi State on Saturday. The Tigers’ defense did not play up to its dominant standard in the loss, and Linebacker T.J. Dottery says it’s added motivation.

Cut 16 (11) “…week for sure.”

The Tigers and Bulldogs kick off at 11 on Saturday. Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor is listed as questionable as he deals with a right foot injury.

ULM coach Bryant Vincent announced on The Morning Drive with Aaron & Jake in Monroe that graduate running back Don Chaney is eligible and expected to play against LA Tech this weekend. The Miami, Louisville and Charlotte transfer will make his Warhawk debut and give the team another option in the backfield.

Louisiana Tech head coach Sonny Cumbie says the Warhawks passing offense is already a threat.

Cut 21 (11) “…in coverage.”

McNeese visits Northwestern State Saturday, and Cowboys coach Matt Viator says they have to be ready for an in-state battle.

Cut 22 (15) “…Northwestern State.”

McNeese is 2-and-4 on the season and 1-and-2 in conference, while Northwestern is 0-and-6. Kickoff is at noon.

10.15.26
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11:40 LRN Sportscast

Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor was listed as questionable to play against LSU this weekend on the initial SEC Availability Report last night. Taylor has been one of the most electric playmakers in college football, but he is dealing with a foot injury that ended his game against Alabama early. LSU linebacker TJ Dottery says the Tigers’ preparation will be the same whether or not he plays.

Cut 18 (13)  “…out there Saturday.”

Kickoff is at 11 a.m.

Saints Quarterback Tyler Shough and head coach Kellen Moore agree with owner Gayle Benson that the team needs to improve. Shough says he feels the team has a chance to go on a run and change the narrative, and the players share Benson’s expectations for the team.

Cut 15 (10) “…can that way.”

A big game for northeast Louisiana this weekend as Louisiana Tech and ULM renew their rivalry for the first time in 26 years. As new Sun Belt members, the Bulldogs beat UL Lafayette in their first matchup in over a decade last week. Quarterback Blake Baker earned Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Week honors after throwing for over 300 yards and totaling four touchdowns. Head coach Sonny Cumbie…

Cut 20 (18) “…their pass pro.”

The Warhawks have lost 13 straight, but coach Bryant Vincent says they haven’t given up.

Cut 21 (14) “…kicking game.”

Kickoff is at 7 on Saturday.

10.14.26
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5:30 LRN Newscast

Gas prices throughout Louisiana are starting to come down ever so slightly. According to Triple-A, regular unleaded is now averaging $3.92 a gallon. While that’s down two cents from a week ago, Don Redman with Triple-A Louisiana says that’s up more than $1.30 a gallon from one year ago.

Cut 9 (08)  “…$3.92 a gallon.”

Saints owner Gayle Benson called the team’s 1-and-4 start unacceptable and said the fans deserve better. Quarterback Tyler Shough says the players have the same expectations of themselves, but her comments do not change their day-to-day process.

Cut 26 (13) “…gotta improve.”

AARP says Social Security’s cost of living adjustment for 2027 doesn’t nearly go far enough. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A Shreveport man is sentenced to more than six years in federal prison for possessing the gun used in a mass shooting earlier this year. 56-year-old Charles Ford pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Investigators say that gun eventually found its way into the hands of Shamar Elkins, who’s charged with killing seven of his children and another child back in April.

10.14.26
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4:45 LRN Sportscast

As LSU turns the page from a disappointing loss to Kentucky last weekend, tight end Roman Mothershed says some of the team’s leaders are stepping up to change the Tigers’ mentality.

Cut 22 (20) “… whatever’s wrong.”

22nd-ranked LSU will host 16th-ranked Mississippi State for an 11 a.m. kickoff on Saturday. Bulldogs quarterback Kamario Taylor’s status is still uncertain.

The SEC filed a request that their federal lawsuit against LSU not be dismissed even though the Tigers have not rostered any former pro athletes. The conference said that Will Wade’s recruitment of former NBA G Leaguer RJ Luis is still an ongoing threat to its First Amendment rights. Wade has said he intends to follow all SEC protocols.

Saints wide receiver Chris Olave and defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd did not practice today as they were out with an illness. Linebackers Kaden Elliss and Anfernee Jennings were also still sidelined with injuries. Running back Alvin Kamara, D-tackles Vernon Broughton and Colby Wooden, and edge rusher Tyree Wilson were all limited. Long snapper Zach Wood made his return from injured reserve.

ULM hosts Louisiana Tech in the first I-20 Showdown in 26 years this weekend. The Warhawks are 0-and-5 and have not won a game since September of last year. The Bulldogs are 3-and-2 to start the season and got a big win over UL Lafayette last week. ULM coach Bryant Vincent says his team still believes in itself and there is a lot of football left.

Cut 19 (20) “…a big one.”

Kickoff between ULM and Tech is at 7 p.m.

10.14.26
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3:30 LRN Newscast

The Social Security Administration announced the cost-of-living adjustment for next year will be 3.6 percent. Andrew Muhl, the director of advocacy for AARP Louisiana, says there are concerns that increase of about 75 dollars a month does not match rising costs. Muhl says AARP Louisiana has been in contact with all of Louisiana’s congressional candidates to express its concerns about the looming insolvency of Social Security.

Cut 5 (10) “…Social Security payments.”

Gas prices are still soaring, up more than a-dollar-30 per gallon this time last year. According to Triple-A, the state average for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $3.29, down two cents from last week. Don Redman with Triple-A Louisiana says while U.S. inventories are in great shape, fighting in Iran and Saudi Arabia is what’s keeping gasoline prices so high.

Cut 10 (08) “…for us domestically.”

LSU Alexandria and LSU Health Shreveport have announced a new three-plus-three program that allows students to complete three years of undergraduate coursework at LSU-A before spending three more years at LSU Health Shreveport to earn their bachelor’s degree and doctorate in physical therapy. LSU Health Shreveport School of Health Professions and Sciences Dean, Doctor Sharon Dunn, says the need for professional physical therapists is great.

Cut 8 (09) “…their communities.”

ULM and LA Tech will renew the I-20 Showdown in Monroe on Saturday. The Bulldogs and Warhawks have not met on the football field in 26 years, but Tech head coach Sonny Cumbie says his players know how big of an opportunity it is even if none of them were alive he last time they played.

21 (12) “…Sun Belt.”

10.14.26
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11:40 LRN Sportscast

LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt is the only player in college football to have a turnover in every game this season. He leads the nation with eight interceptions and had a crucial fumble late against Kentucky. He says it’s an area he needs to improve.

Cut 17 (12) “…getting better at.”

Saints owner Gayle Benson did not pull any punches when speaking to the Greater New Orleans Quarterback Club about her team’s 1-and-4 start yesterday. She says she will not make excuses for the Saints’ recent performance.

Cut 13 (10)  “…improve this team.”

Benson says the fans deserve better, and it will take results, not words, to win back their confidence. The Black and Gold will be on the road at the Giants on Sunday.

ULM and Louisiana Tech face off Saturday in the first I-20 Rivalry clash since 2000. Warhawks coach Bryant Vincent expects an electric atmosphere in Monroe. He says Northeast Louisiana will thrive off of the conference matchup.

Cut 18 (14)  “…see this environment.”

The Warhawks are 0-and-5 while the Bulldogs are second in the Sun Belt West at 3-and-2. Tech coach Sonny Cumbie says his team knows not to underestimate ULM just because of their record.

Cut 20 (14) “…them as well.”

Kickoff in Monroe on Saturday is set for 7 p.m.

10.14.26
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9:30 LRN Nescast

The latest New Orleans Quality of Life survey shows shifts in opinions about public safety.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The SEC asked an Alabama federal judge not to dismiss its lawsuit against LSU. The filing says LSU’s threat to the SEC’s First Amendment rights is ongoing and cites Will Wade’s recruitment of former pro RJ Luis. Wade has said he intends to follow all SEC protocol and Luis is not on the roster, but LSU has not provided any legal commitment to that pledge.

The group Leaders for a Better Louisiana is recommending that voters approve five of the ten constitutional amendments that will appear on the November 3rd ballot, but it opposes amendments six, eight and nine. Chief Policy Officer Barry Erwin says amendments six and nine could reduce the tax base for local government.

Cut 10 (09) “…need to do.”

The group supports amendments one, two, five, seven and ten.

Saints owner Gayle Benson did not hold back when speaking about the team’s 1-and-4 start to the Greater New Orleans Quarterback Club yesterday. She says the organization’s obligation to deliver better football remains very clear, and the responsibility falls on her to do what is best for the team. It will take results to win back the confidence of the fan base.

Cut 15 (12) “…throughout our organization.”

10.13.26
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4:45 LRN Sportscast

LSU came up short in a 35-34 loss to Kentucky. Coach Lane Kiffin says the Tigers had two fewer sacks, two more turnovers and the same number of explosive plays as the Wildcats and still had four different chances to win the game. He told his players that shows they can be a really good team.

Cut 19 (15) “…win the game.”

Will Wade’s LSU basketball team has officially expanded its roster from four to ten players, and more could see the court for the first time when LSU takes on UCF in an exhibition game tomorrow night. Wade said at SEC Media Days today that he feels good about where they’re at.

Cut 22 (08) “…most games.”

Saints owner Gayle Benson spoke to the Greater New Orleans Quarterback Club today about the team’s 1-and-4 start to the season.

Cut 21 (20) “…than we have delivered.”

Benson said the responsibility starts with her, and she is committed to making the decisions necessary to improve the team.

ULM is preparing to host Louisiana Tech on Saturday for the first time in 26 years. Warhawks coach Bryant Vincent says his players won’t understand the magnitude of the rivalry until they step on the field.

Cut 18 (11) “…year out.”

Kickoff in Monroe is scheduled for 7 p.m. Saturday.