The 13th ranked LSU football team has one of the best offenses in the country, but the defense was exposed again in last Saturday’s 31-28 win over Arkansas. Coach Brian Kelly is calling on his players to do their job and not try to do their job, plus someone else’s…
cut 20 (20) “….good defense”

No changes at the top of the high school football rankings. John Curtis, St. Thomas More, University High, Calvary Baptist and Ouachita Christian are all ranked number one in their respective classes. In Class 5A, Airline is a newly ranked team, as they are ranked ninth and will visit Natchitoches Central this Friday.

The Saints return to work tomorrow as they look to get the bad taste out of their mouth after blowing a 17 point fourh quarter lead and losing to Green Bay 18-17. Coach Dennis Allen says it’s a difficult defeat but they have to respond in a positive fashion…
cut 18 (21) “…of practice”
New Orleans will host Tampa Bay this Sunday. The Buccaneeers were no match for the Eagles last night as they lost to Philadephia at home 25-11.

The Saints have released wide receiver Tre’Quan Smith from injured reserve, which allows him to sign with another team. And New Orleans has reportedly signed quarterback Jake Lufton off the Panthers practice squad to their 53-man roster as the Saints currently do not have a third-string Q-B.

Saints quarterback Derek Carr has a sprained AC joint in his throwing shoulder, and he could even play this weekend. Coach Dennis Allen says the injury could have been much worse…:
Cut 16 (16) “goes on”
If Carr can’t go in Week 4, it’ll likely be Jameis Winston taking the reins for a start against his former team in the Bucs.

Meanwhile, Alvin Kamara’s three-game suspension has ended, and the New Orleans running back took to X, formerly Twitter, to share his excitement. Kamara posted a hilarious video of his head photoshopped on someone happily leaving prison with the caption, “home free.”

The Saints host Tampa Bay this Sunday at Noon. The Bucs fell to the Eagles last night 25-11.

LSU ranks towards the bottom in several SEC defensive categories after four games. They are allowing 25 points a contest and 360 yards a game, which ranks 11th out of 14 teams. But Coach Brian Kelly believes once his players start doing ordinary things extraordinarily well, the defense will improve…:
Cut 19 (19) “do that”
For his part, LSU Quarterback Jayden Daniels was named the SEC Offensive Player of the Week for the second straight week.

The Tigers will face Ole Miss in Oxford Saturday at 5pm. Game time was announced for LSU’s game next weekend at Missouri. The fan favorite 11am kickoff.

Joe Burrow still hobbled around the field and was far from his best, but the former LSU Quarterback helped lead his Bengals to a 19-16 win over the Rams last night. Burrow has been dealing with a calf strain since the start of the season.

Saints head coach Dennis Allen said today they dodged a bullet with the injury to Derek Carr’s right shoulder. Allen confirmed it is an A-C sprain and he’s already feeling better after suffering the injury during the third quarter of Sunday’s one-point loss to Green Bay. Allen is not closing the door on Carr playing this Sunday at home against Tampa Bay, but we have to wait to see how he responds to the injury…
cut 17 (21) “…wait and see”
The Saints host Tampa Bay on Sunday. The Buccaneers host the Eagles tonight. Also, the Bengals host the Rams and Joe Burrow is expected to play with that nagging calf injury.

For the second straight week, LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels has been named the SEC Offensive Player of the Week. Daniels started slow against Arkansas but finished 20 of 29 for 320 yards and four touchdowns to help LSU beat the Razorbacks by three points.

The Tigers needed Daniels to have another big night because the defense couldn’t stop giving up big plays.
LSU’s defense allowed 426 yards as there were a few blown coverages. Coach Brian Kelly says they will keep working at it as they begin a two-game road trip this Saturday at Ole Miss…
Cut 20 (21) “..with the win”
LSU is at Ole Miss at 5 PM on Saturday. The game at Missouri on October 7th is at 11 AM.

A painful loss for the Saints yesterday as New Orleans led 17-0 going into the fourth quarter and lost 18-17. Quarterback Derek Carr went down with an injury in the third quarter and backup Jameis Winston could not lead New Orleans to any points.

Based on reports Carr suffered an A-C sprain of his shoulder. The injury is not expected to be season-ending, but he is expected to miss some time. So that means Winston will likely get the start at quarterback this Sunday when New Orleans hosts Tampa Bay…
cut 17 (15) “…bounce back”
The Saints may have to sign another quarterback. Rookie Jake Haener is serving a six-game suspension and New Orleans does not have a Q-B on its practice squad. Ian Book is a possibility as he’s a free agent.

The LSU Tigers dropped one spot to 13 in the latest A-P Top 25 poll after a hard-fought 31-28 victory over Arkansas. LSU’s defense had trouble stopping the Razorbacks on Saturday night. Hogs quarterback K-J Jefferson threw for 289 yards and rushed for another 48 yards. LSU Coach Brian Kelly gives credit to Jefferson for making it a tough game…
cut 19 (18) “…another chance”
This Saturday LSU will visit Ole Miss, who is averaging 42 points with a dual-threat quarterback in Jaxson Dart.

Also this Saturday, after beating Buffalo the Ragin Cajuns head to Minnesota, ULM hosts Appalachian State in the Sun Belt opener and Louisiana Tech visits UTEP on Friday night.

What a tough loss for the Saints. Not only did Quarterback Derek Carr leave the game with an injury, New Orleans was up 17-0 going into the 4th quarter but ended up falling to Green Bay 18-17. Coach Dennis Allen was asking about backup QB Jameis Winston’s performance…:
CUT 16 (16) “weren’t good enough”
New Orleans will look to bounce back next Sunday at home against Tampa Bay.

As for LSU Saturday, it wasn’t the blowout fans were expecting, but the Tigers prevailed over Arkansas 31-28. Quarterback Jayden Daniels says getting the running game going in the second half was key..:
Cut 18 (16) “easier”
LSU hits the road to face Ole Miss this weekend.

Elsewhere around the state in college football over the weekend, UL-Lafayette beat Buffalo 45-38. Southeastern fell to HCU 34-19. Tulane topped Nicholls State 36-7. McNeese State fell to Eastern Illinois 31-28. And Louisiana Tech lost to Nebraska 28-14.

LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne and women’s basketball star Angel Reese are on this month’s cover of Sports Illustrated because of their NIL earning power. Teiko Foxx has more…:
Cut 3 (32) “I’m Teiko Foxx”

12th ranked LSU goes after its third straight win on Saturday night when they host Arkansas. The Tigers offense has played as well as you can possibly play the last two weeks and running back Logan Diggs says they have to go out and execute again…
cut 30 (11) “…to the next”
Kick off is at 6 PM.

The Saints are in Green Bay on Sunday. New Orleans is 2-0 but has yet to score a touchdown in the first half. Quarterback Derek Carr says the plan is to get off to a faster start this Sunday…
cut 17 (16) “….as an offense’
Kick off is at noon.

Redshirt freshman Zeon Chriss from Baton Rouge is expected to get the start at quarterback on Saturday when the Cajuns host Buffalo. Chriss came off the bench last week for the injured Ben Woolridge and led U-L Lafayette to a convincing 41-21 win over UAB. Coach Michael Desormeaux ..
Cut 18 (11) “…did we.”
Kick off is at 6:30.

It’s unknown who will start at quarterback for Louisiana Tech. Hank Bachmeier injured his throwing shoulder last weekend and gave way to sophomore Jack Turner. It’s also unclear who Nebraska will start at Q-B. Expect both teams to run the ball a lot and weather could be an issue in Lincoln Nebraska.

Other action, Nicholls is at Tulane, Southeastern Louisiana hosts Houston 0Christian and McNeese is at Eastern Illinois.

LSU is a 17.5 point favorite on Saturday to beat Arkansas, but the last three games played between these two teams have been decided by three points. Linebacker Greg Penn expects a tight game…
cut 15 (12) “….the win”
Kick-off on Saturday is at 6 PM.

Zeon Chriss is expected to get the start at quarterback on Saturday night when U-L Lafayette hosts Buffalo. Chriss came off the bench last week to lead the Cajuns to win at UAB. Coach Michael Desoremeaux says Chriss was working with the third team during preseason camp, but never hung his head…
cut 19 (12) “…this opportunity”

The Saints are on the road for a second consecutive week as they will visit the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. New Orleans Quarterback Derek Carr says he’s impressed with the Packers defense led by All Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander and fellow corner Rasul Douglas…
Cut 16 (23) “…sideline to sideline.”
Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love will make his first start at Lambeau Field on Sunday. Love led the Packers to a win over Chicago in the season opener, but they blew a 12 point lead last week and lost to Atlanta. Kick-off is at noon.

In high school football last night….Airline beat Benton 60-35, Captain Shreve beat Byrd 35-28 and Mangham outscored General Trass 36-30.

12th ranked LSU is getting ready for Saturday night’s game against Arkansas in Tiger Stadium. The Razorbacks committed 14 penalties and their offensive line has struggled. But they’ve been a stingy defense, allowing just 56 rushing yards a game, fourth lowest in the SEC. LSU running back Logan Diggs…
Cut 18 (21) “…the challenge”
A couple of transfers from LSU have played well for the Hogs. Defensive lineman Landon Jackson has six tackles for a loss and two sacks. Dwight McGlothern has flourished in Fayetteville. He already has an interception and a forced fumble, despite a turf toe injury.

Louisiana Tech cut the ribbon on its Champions Plaza last night and there are now six statues of their greatest athletes, Terry Bradshaw, Willie Roaf, Karl Malone, Tereasa Weatherspoon, the late Fred Dean, and Kim Mulkey. Mulkey led the Lady Techsters to a national title in 1982 and now there’s a statue of her on campus…
Cut 14 (11) “remarkable teams”

The La Tech football team plays its final nonconference game of the year on Saturday as they visit Nebraska. Bulldogs Coach Sonny Cumbie says they know the Cornhuskers wants to play a physical style of football…
cut 20 (19) “….non conference slate”
Kick-off is at 2:40 in Lincoln.

LSU starting safety and captain Greg Brooks continues his recovery from surgery to remove what his family has described as a large brain tumor. Since the start of preseason camp, Brooks complained about dizzy spells and bouts of vertigo. The family says its awaiting biopsy results.

12th ranked LSU prepared well for last week’s test against Mississippi State and passed with flying colors, a 41-14 victory over the Bulldogs. Center Charles Turner says the Tigers learned a good week of practice can lead to good results, so they are having physical practices again ahead of Saturday’s Arkansas game…
Cut 16 (20) “…the week”
Kick off is at 6 PM.

The Saints first injury report of the week lists tight end Foster Moreau and running back Jamaal Williams as non-participants in a walk-through practice that was held late yesterday afternoon. But rookie running back Kendre Miller, who missed the first two games with a hamstring injury was estimated to be a full participant. Tight end Taysom Hill is also battling a knee injury, which made him a limited participant yesterday.

A banged up Louisiana Tech football team will visit Nebraska on Saturday afternoon. Starting Quarterback Hank Bachmeier injured his shoulder in last week’s loss to North Texas and did not return and Coach Sonny Cumbie says the team’s leading rusher on the season, Keith Willis, is out with a high ankle sprain. Also Charvis Thornton is questionable…
cut 19 (19) “…the season”

LSU safety Greg Brooks is recovering after undergoing brain surgery to remove what his family says was a large tumor. Coach Brian Kelly said an MRI detected the tumor after Brooks complained about dizzy spells. Kelly says it’s too early to tell if Brooks will play again…
cut 7 (11) “…to that”
Brooks’ family is saying it’s awaiting results on the biopsy.

Six of Louisiana Tech’s most decorated student-athletes will have a statue unveiled in their honor tonight at Champions Plaza, which is located near the north end zone of Joe Aillet Stadium. Senior Associate Athletic Director Colton Primm says they will unveil statues of Terry Bradshaw, Karl Malone, Kim Mulkey, Willie Roaf, Teresa Weatherspoon, and the late Fred Dean
Cut 14 (11) “…the pros.”
Tonight’s ceremony begins at 6 PM.

The Saints are 2-and-0 and the defense is a big reason for the franchise’s first 2-0 start since 2013. They’ve only allowed 32 points in the first two games and Coach Dennis Allen was asked if they can keep holding teams to less than 20 points a game…
cut 19 (23) “….in all areas”
Going back to last season, the Saints have held opponents to 20 points or fewer in ten straight regular-season games and 11 of 12.

But the Saints will not have safety Marcus Maye for the next three games. He’s been suspended for violating the league’s policy on substance abuse. May was arrested in 2021 for a DUI and accepted a plea deal in late August.