For the second straight week, Louisiana Tech lost in overtime as the Bulldogs fell to F-I-U 42-34 in double OT in Miami. Freshman Quarterback Landry Lyddy in his first collegiate start threw for 256 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions. Smoke Harris had nine catches and Marquis Crosby rushed for 115 yards and two TDs. FIU’s Q-B Grayson James played really well, 321 passing yards and three touchdowns.

ESPN College Gameday is in Jackson, Mississippi today for the Southern-Jackson State matchup. A battle of division leaders in the SWAC.

Grambling hosts Alcorn State. The Tigers have not lost to the Braves at home since 2006.

Nicholls looks for its third straight conference win as they visit Lamar.

And McNeese hosts Southeastern Louisiana for homecoming. The Lions have only turned it over four times. Kick-off is at 7 PM in Lake Charles.

The Pelicans did not have Zion Williamson or Brandon Ingram last night and lost in Phoenix 124-111. Jonas Valanciunas tried to pick up the slack as he had 25 points and ten rebounds. But the Suns shot 52-percent from the field and Mikal Bridges had 27 points in 31 minutes. NOLA visits the Clippers on Sunday.

The two and five Saints will be without three key starters for Sunday’s game against the Raiders. Wide receivers Jarvis Landry, Michael Thomas and cornerback Marshon Lattimore have been ruled out. Five players are listed questionable including guard Andrus Peat and cornerback Paulson Adebo. Kick-off in the Dome is at noon.

In Game one of the World Series, former LSU star Aaron Nola gave up five runs in 4.1 innings last night, but his Phillies came from behind to beat the Astros six to five in ten innings. Houston’s Alex Bregman was 1-for-4 with a run scored. Game two is tonight.

Once again the Saints will play without receivers Michael Thomas and Jarvis Landry when take on the Raiders on Sunday in the Superdome. Both have been ruled out and cornerback Marshon Lattimore will also miss the game with an abdomen injury. Cornerback Paulson Adebo, guard Andrus Peat and tight end Adam Trautman are questionable.

New Orleans enters the game with a 2-and-5 record and some are wondering if the Saints can ever be championship contenders again without Drew Brees and Sean Payton. Running back Alvin Kamara disagrees with that sentiment….
cut 17 (15) “…New Orleans Saints”

Tonight the New Orleans Pelicans begin a three-game road trip in Phoenix. Brandon Ingram did not make the trip as he’s in concussion protocol. Zion Williamson and Herb Jones are questionable for tonight’s game against the Suns. Tip time is at 9 PM.

Last night the Ragin Cajuns lost to Southern Miss 39-24. U-L Lafayette turned it over four times as they fell to 4-and-4 on the season.

Louisiana Tech takes on F-I-U in Miami tonight. It’s unknown who will start at quarterback for the Bulldogs after Matthew Downing went down with a season-ending knee injury and redshirt senior Parker McNeil is considered questionable after he got hurt last week. Freshman Landry Lyddy and sophomore Jack Turner have been getting first-team snaps this week.

Tomorrow, Southern is Jackson State. ESPN College Gameday will be in Jackson for the game that features the division leaders in the SWAC.

Grambling will host Alcorn State. Nicholls is on the road at Lamar and McNeese hosts Southeastern Louisiana.

Tonight is game one of the World Series. The Phillies will start former LSU star and Baton Rouge native Aaron Nola. He’ll try to slow down the Astros powerful offense led by another former LSU star, Alex Bregman. First pitch in Houston is just after 7 PM.

The Ragin Cajuns struggles in Hattiesburg continued last night as U-L Lafayette fell to Southern Miss 32-24 at M-M Roberts Stadium. The Cajuns are now 1-and-24 all-time in Hattiesburg. U-L Lafayette got off to a slow start falling behind 29-5. The Cajuns are now 2-and-3 in the Sun Belt.

Tonight Louisiana Tech visits F-I-U in Miami. The Bulldogs have injury issues at the quarterback position, so freshman Landry Lyddy may get the start. He threw two touchdown passes in an emergency appearance last Saturday and that impressed head coach Sonny Cumbie…
cut 20 (15) “…day-to-day basis”
Kick-off is at 7 PM.

Saints running back Alvin Kamara had a talk with the team after last Thursday’s loss in Arizona about returning to the swagger, confidence, and success of the Sean Payton era. Being part of winning teams in all of his past 6 years with the Black and Gold, Kamara reinforced the importance of accountability and leadership…
Cut 16 (16) “…say it so.”
The 2-and-5 Saints look to turn around their season this Sunday against the Raiders. Tampa Bay lost again last night to the Ravens, so the Falcons are currently in first place in the NFC South with a 3-and-4 record.

Last night was a busy night of high school football….Airline won its sixth straight district title with a 41-20 victory over Parkway. Avoyelles won the school’s first ever district title with a 68-45 victory over Rosepine. Amite defeated Sterlington 26-20 and Acadiana edged Carencro 21-20.

Southern Miss scored 20 points in the first quarter last night and the Ragin Cajuns could not recover and lost to the Golden Eagles 39-24 in Hattiesburg. The Cajuns got a great night from receiver Michael Jefferson, who had six catches for 179 yards. Quarterback Ben Wooldridge threw for a career-high 336 yards, but he was also intercepted three times.

Tonight Louisiana Tech faces F-I-U in Miami. The Bulldogs are coming off a tough one-point overtime loss to Rice. Tech Head Coach Sonny Cumbie says the team grew from that loss…
cut 19 (16) “….individually improve”
It’s unclear who will start at quarterback for the Bulldogs tonight. Matthew Downing is out for the season, Parker McNeil is questionable, so it might be freshman Landry Lyddy who threw two touchdown passes last week.

The Saints will look to turn their season around on Sunday when they host Las Vegas Raiders. Both teams have just two wins on the season. New Orleans Quarterback Andy Dalton is optimistic…
cut 18 (15) “….into wins”
A Saints win and they could find themselves tied for first place in the NFC South with a three-and-five record. Tampa lost again last night as they fell to the Ravens 27-22. The other NFC South match-up this weekend is Atlanta hosting Carolina.

District championships were won in high school football last night. Avoyelles won its first district title in school history with a 68-45 win over Rosepine. Iowa won a district title by beating St. Louis Catholic 29-21. Amite beat Sterlington 26-20 in a great football game, Also last night Acadiana over Carencro 21-20. And it was Airline over Parkway 41-20.

Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen announced that Andy Dalton will be the starting quarterback moving forward. Dalton took over the role after starter Jameis Winston exited earlier this year with back and ankle injuries suffered in week 2. In four starts. Dalton has thrown 946 yards, 7 touchdowns and 4 interceptions, 3 of which came in last week’s loss to Arizona. Allen said he’ll keep the starting job as long as production continues, but Saints analyst Mike Detillier warned if the turnovers persist, Dalton could find himself back on the bench…

Cut 17 (13) “…Jameis Winston” 

The Ragin’ Cajuns visit Southern Miss tonight after their 38-18 victory over Arkansas St. Cajuns coach Michael Desormeaux says that the team will need to be disciplined in a quick turnaround this week, but it’s a big opportunity for the defending Sun-Belt champs…

Cut 19 (13) “…right now.”

The LHSAA has suspended Carroll High School Football Coach Brandon Landers and eight of his assistant coaches for the rest of the season after an altercation with law enforcement and fans during last Friday’s football game at Franklin Parish. Announcer Matt Reynolds said prior to the altercation, Carrol coaches were told numerous times by fans and Sheriff deputies to stop using profanity. An intense shoving match took place after officers tried to escort the coaches out the stadium. Reynolds said the match lasted several minutes but is more disappointed that this event will overshadow a great game between two impressive programs

Cut 8 (09)  “..Carroll coaches”

The Pelicans announced all-star forward Brandon Ingram will not be making the upcoming three game road trip with the team as he recovers from a concussion suffered Sunday night against Utah. Starters Zion Williamson and Herb Jones went through parts of today’s practice and have been listed as questionable for tomorrow night’s matchup in Phoenix.

The Saints are moving forward with Andy Dalton as their starting quarterback, even though Jameis Winston is back to full health. New Orleans has averaged 31 points a game in the four games that Dalton has started. But Saints analyst Mike Detillier says in order for the Black and Gold to turn their season around, they need the defense to improve dramatically…
cut 18 (15) “…of football
The Saints host the Raiders this Sunday. Las Vegas is third in the NFL in points scored, averaging 27 points a contest.

LSU football coach Brian Kelly says they expect safety Major Burns to return for the Alabama game. Burns has been out with a neck injury since mid-September. Kelly is also optimistic that wide receiver Jack Beche will play against Bama after missing last week with a bad back.

The LHSAA has suspended Carroll High School Football Coach Brandon Landers and eight of his assistant coaches for the rest of the season after an altercation with law enforcement and fans during last Friday’s football game at Franklin Parish. Announcer Matt Reynolds says a skirmish break out in the fourth quarter….
cut 6 (12) “…the stands”
Reynolds says prior to the scuffle, the Carroll coaches were told numerous times by fans and sheriff deputies to stop using profanity.

The Ragin Cajuns are in action tonight as they are in Hattiesburg to take on Southern Miss. Both teams are 4-and-3 overall have won two in a row. U-L Lafayette Coach Michael Desormeaux says the Golden Eagles are playing smart football and their defense has been impressive when he watches their film…
cut 20 (12) “…with the defense”
Kickoff tonight is 6:30 on ESPN two.

Saints Coach Dennis Allen has announced Andy Dalton will start at quarterback this Sunday against Las Vegas, even though Jameis Winston is healthy enough to play. In four starts, Dalton has thrown for 946 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 4 interceptions and Allen said he’ll retain his starting spot as long as that success continues. Saints analyst Mike Detillier…
Cut 17 (13) “…Jameis Winston”
Dalton may still not have Michael Thomas and Jarvis Landry for this Sunday’s game. The two wide receivers did not practice again yesterday. Tight end Adam Trautman and cornerback Marshon Lattimore also missed practice.

Tonight’s NFL game has Baltimore at Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers are tied for first place in the NFC South with a 3-and-4 record, one game better than the Saints who are two and five.

The Ragin Cajuns are in action tonight as they are in Hattiesburg to take on Southern Miss. Both teams are 4-and-3 overall have won two in a row. U-L Lafayette Coach Michael Desormeaux says the Golden Eagles are playing smart football and their defense has been impressive when he watches their film…
cut 20 (12) “…with the defense”
Kickoff tonight is 6:30 on ESPN two.

The bye week is giving LSU a chance to get healthier. Coach Brian Kelly has an update on safety Major Burns who hasn’t played since the Mississippi State game on September 17th…
cut 28 (12) “….Alabama”
Burns is coming back from an upper neck injury. Kelly says there’s also a good chance sophomore wide receiver Jack Bech will play after missing the Ole Miss game with a back injury. He says running back John Emery is day-to-day with an Achilles tendon strain.

Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen announced Andy Dalton will be the starting quarterback moving forward even with Jameis Winston a full participant in practice. When asked about what went into the decision, Coach Allen said it was performance-based. The offense under Dalton has been one of the top-ranked in both yards and points, and Allen said Dalton will keep the starting job if that trend continues. Dalton and the Saints will host the 2-4 Raiders at noon this Sunday.

LSU fans celebrated the Tigers’ 45-20 comeback win over undefeated Ole Miss by storming the field last Saturday. The Tigers took control of the SEC West, but the school received a $250,000 fine for the celebration. Head Coach Brian Kelly says he was surprised by the fan’s reaction.

Cut 13 (14) “…win more.”

LSU enjoys a week of this week before hosting 6th-ranked Alabama

The Pelicans’ hot start continued last night after a 113-111 win over the Mavericks. With starters Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson, and Herb Jones out, the Pels showed off their depth in the short-handed win with 8 players reaching double-digit scoring. Forward Trey Murphy led the team with 22 points on a perfect night shooting. The Pels move to 3-1 on the season with a road trip beginning in Pheonix Friday night.

Southern University is set to get a lot of attention for their upcoming matchup against SWAC rival Jackson state as ESPN college Gameday visits Jackson, Mississippi for the game. With fanfare throughout the week and a spotlight on Southern players, coaches, and traditions, Head Coach Eric Dooley says its more important than ever for his team to keep their focus on the game…

Cut 17 (14) “…ready to play”

Kickoff is at 1:00 PM Saturday

Small forward Trey Murphy stepped up last night to help the Pelicans beat the Mavericks 113 to 111 at the Smoothie King Center. Murphy had 22 points on eight of eight shooting. New Orleans needed that kind of production, because they were without three starters, Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson and Herb Jones. The Pels are at Phoenix on Friday.

LSU football coach Brian Kelly says he was surprised to see the fans rush the field following Saturday’s 45-20 come-from-behind victory over Ole Miss. Kelly says State Troopers who provide security detail for the coach told him the student section was spilling onto the field…
Cut 12 (09) “…that bad”
LSU was fined 250-thousand dollars by the SEC because it was the third time in recent history fans came onto the field following an LSU win. The 2018 win over Georgia was the last time they did it.

The Saints get back to work today as they get ready to host Las Vegas. New Orleans is 2-and-5 on the season, but still has a chance to turn its season around. Especially considering they are just one game back of first place in the NFC South, behind Tampa Bay and Atlanta. Linebacker Demario Davis has been a leader for the Black and Gold for several seasons and he’s trying to lead this squad now…
Cut 18 (15) “…come back out.”
Saints cornerback Bradley Roby has been placed on injured reserve. He suffered a lower leg injury in the first quarter in the loss to Arizona. He could return to the active roster as early as week 12.

LSU women’s basketball has received a commitment from five star recruit and six-foot-five forward Aalyah Rosario. She ranks as the seventh best player in the country and chose the Lady Tigers over South Carolina and Tennessee.

The Pelicans had a hard-fought win last night over Dallas as they defeated the Mavericks 113 to 111. New Orleans won the game despite not having three starters, who are injured, Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson and Herb Jones. Trey Murphy led the way last night as he scored 22 points and was a perfect four-for-four from three-point territory. The Pels are 3-and-1 and begin a three-game road trip in Phoenix on Friday.

The Saints seek their third win of the season on Sunday when they host Las Vegas. The Black and Gold have struggled on defense this year and linebacker Demario Davis says they know how to turn it around…
cut 19 (18) “….always done”
Kick-off Sunday against the Raiders is at noon.

LSU football will practice today, the players will hit the weights tomorrow and then they’ll have the weekend off, while the coaches will hit the recruiting trail.

Louisiana Tech Coach Sonny Cumbie does not know who will start at quarterback Friday when the Bulldogs face F-I-U. Matthew Downing is out for the year with a knee injury, the usual starter Parker McNeil is questionable, and will share reps in practice with Jack Turner and Landry Lyddy.

The Southern University football program is set to get some big-time exposure this Saturday as ESPN’s College GameDay will be in Jackson, Mississippi for the Jaguars’ game against rival Jackson State. Head Coach Eric Dooley says it’s a big deal for the entire school
Cut 16 (13) “…coming here”
Jackson State is 7-0, while the Jaguars are 5-and-2. Kick-off is at 1 PM at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium.