With Jameis Winston sidelined by a sprained foot, backup quarterback Andy Dalton is taking advantage of the time getting snaps with the first team offense. The former Cincinnati Bengals starting Q-B feels right at home in New Orleans…:
Cut 18 (16) “good place”
Dalton has been solid during training camp and might have had his best practice yesterday, throwing five straight touchdown passes during seven-on-seven drills in the red zone.

Woodlawn 4-star quarterback Rickie Collins has announced he’s staying home in Baton Rouge to play football at LSU. Collins’ commitment comes less than 10 days after he decommitted from Purdue. LSU and Florida State were the finalists for the 6-foot-3, 190-pound senior heading into Wednesday’s announcement.

Texas Tech transfer Parker McNeil and TCU transfer Matthew Downing are the top two candidates to be the starting quarterback at Louisiana Tech this season. McNeil is familiar with first-year Head Coach Sonny Cumbie’s offense as both were in Lubbock, Texas last season…:
Cut 16 (20) “especially”
Both McNeil and Downing have experience playing for Cumbie and say they are embracing the fight to start under center.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is still not participating in training camp as he continues to recover from an appendectomy two weeks ago — and there is no timetable for his return. The former LSU star who led the Bengals to it’s first Super Bowl in 33 years last season has been observing practice from scooter.

LSU is doing some experimenting on the offensive line as they try to find the five best players up front. Sophomore Garrett Dellinger from Michigan played in 12 games last season, starting three games at left tackle and one at left guard. Dellinger is also taking some reps at center, a position he’s never played before….
cut 18 (13) “…I’ll be good”

Four-star quarterback Rickie Collins will announce tonight his college choice. He’s from Woodlawn High School in Baton Rouge and his coach is former LSU Tiger Marcus Randall. Collins was previously committed to Purdue, but LSU’s coaching staff has been working hard to keep him in the capital city. Last season for the Panthers he completed 65-percent of his passes for 1,930 yards and 16 touchdowns.
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At Saints camp today, linebacker Pete Werner did not practice as head coach Dennis Allen says Werner is dealing with a groin injury. No Jameis Winston as he’s out with a sprained ankle, but backup Andy Dalton looked sharp, throwing four touchdowns in seven on seven red zone drills, two of them went to Michael Thomas, Taysom Hill caught another one and Adam Trautman also had a touchdown reception.

Winning a college series has resulted in a new four-year contract for Ole MIss coach Mike Bianco. The base pay for the former LSU player and assistant coach is one-point-six million dollars, which makes him the second highest paid college baseball coach in the country, behind Vanderbilt’s Tim Corbin. LSU’s Jay Johnson by the way makes one-point-two million dollars.

And at Mississippi State football games this year, there will be a section in Davis Wade Stadium’s upper deck, where you can bring your own fridge, full of beer. LSU hosts Mississippi State this season, but will return to Starkville in 2023.

At this time last year, Taysom Hill was battling with Jameis Winston to be the starting quarterback. He lost that battle and is back to his role as a swiss army knife on the Saints offense, playing multiple positions. Hill says his preference is to be a quarterback in the NFL, but he knows that decision is not up to him…
Cut 16 (16) “…I love playing.”
Saints defensive end Marcus Davenport has been removed from the physically unable to perform list. The 25-year-old had surgery on his shoulder in the offseason and also had part of his left pinky amputated after an infection developed. Davenport will not play in Saturday’s preseason opener against Houston. Jameis Winston will also sit after spraining his foot in practice on Monday. Winston is day-to-day.

LSU defensive end B-J Ojulari had seven sacks and nine quarterback hurries to lead the team last season. Ojulari also wants to be known as a defender who can play well against the run too…
cut 17 (17) “….creating havoc”
During the practice periods open to the media it also looks like Ojulari could be standing up more in Matt House’s defense and you may see him drop back into coverage more.

Louisiana Tech University has set a record increase in licensing revenue from their trademarked merchandise. It’s a matter of school pride and it helps students directly. Tonya Oaks Smith is Tech’s communications director.
Cut 7 (07) “….for scholarships.”
Tech experienced a 61-percent increase in revenues from licensing in the 2021-22 fiscal year and the Louisiana Tech Brand Store on Amazon saw an 82-percent for fiscal year 2022.

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock says he’s looking for someone to take ownership of the offense as the battle for starting quarterback of the Tigers is underway….
Cut 16 (16) “…at LSU.”
Junior defensive end B-J Ojulari (O-juh-lar-e) has been chosen to wear number 18, which goes to the player that’s not only a stand out on the field, but also does great work in the community and is a leader for the university. Ojulari says having great character is important for him…
Cut 13 (12) “…little bit”

Saints quarterback Jameis Winston did not practice today, but the injury to his foot is not serious, Head Coach Dennis Allen says he’s day-to-day with a sprained foot…
Cut 12 (09) “…here we go”
Winston will not play in Saturday’s preseason opener against the Houston Texans. Saints defensive end Marcus Davenport practicied on a limited basis today as he continues to work back from offseason shoulder surgery and he had part of his left pinky finger amputated.

ULM is getting ready for its season opener at Texas on September 3rd. Warhawks Coach Terry Bowden says replacing four starters in the secondary is critical…
cut 20 (12) “…of yet”

At LSU preseason camp, we got to hear from LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock. There are questions about the offensive line as the Tigers need to find four new starters. Denbrock says there is talent for him to work with….
Cut 17 (24) “…or not.”
During the portion of practice viewed by the media, here’s the first unit offensive line. Left tackle Will Campbell, left guard Tre’Mond Shorts, center Garrett Dellinger, right guard Miles Frazier and right tackle Anthony Bradford.

And the preseason coaches poll is out and LSU is not ranked. It’s the first time since 2000 that LSU was not ranked in the preseason coaches poll.

Saints quarterback Jameis Winston was not at practice today after leaving yesterday’s practice early with a foot injury. Head Coach Dennis Allen says it’s been diagnosed as a sprain foot, but it’s nothing major…
cut 29 (09) “…back out there”
Allen says Winston will not play in Saturday’s preseason opener against the Houston Texans.

There’s a battle for starting quarterback at ULM between Chandler Rogers and Jiya Wright. Rogers appeared in 12 games last season while Wright appeared in four games. Coach Terry Bowden breaks down the competition…
cut 19 (12) “….that’s the biggest”
Bowden says replacing four starters in the secondary is another important storyline. ULM opens the season at Texas on September third.

It’s still the first week of fall camp for LSU so the battle for starting quarterback is very much in progress. Offensive Coordinator Mike Denbrock met with the media yesterday and talked about how they are working with Arizona State transfer Jayden Daniels on his footwork to make him a more accurate passer…
cut 18 (24) “…accurately”
Last season for the Sun Devils, Daniels threw for 2,380 yards, 10 touchdowns and 10 interceptions and completed 65-percent of his passes.

The coaches poll came out yesterday and for the first time since 2000, LSU was not ranked in that preseason poll.

There’s a battle for starting quarterback at ULM between Chandler Rogers and Jiya Wright. Rogers appeared in 12 games last season while Jiya Wright appeared in four games. Coach Terry Bowden breaks down the competition…
cut 19 (12) “….that’s the biggest”

The Saints hold a practice this morning that’s closed to the public and we’ll see if Jameis Winston takes the field. He left yesterday’s practice with a foot injury. Meanwhile Coach Dennis Allen gave an update on Michael Thomas progress as he continues to work his way back after missing the 2021 season with an ankle injury…
cut 23 (23) “…where he’s at”

Saints Quarterback Jameis Winston was not able to finish practice today. Coach Dennis Allen explains what happened…
cut 30 (16) “….evaluated”
Allen later said on the NFL Network that Winston rolled his ankle, but did not provide any details if Jameis will miss any action.

Also not practicing today, cornerback Marshon Lattimore, linebacker Zack Baun and Marcus Davenport remains on the physically unable to perform list. Taysom Hill practiced, but he was wearing a non-contact red jersey after hurting his ribs earlier in camp.

The American League Pitcher of the Week is former LSU Tiger Kevin Gausman. Gasuman tossed 14 innings last week and did not allow a run, while striking out 15. Also former LSU Tiger Michael Papierski hit his first major league home run to help the Reds beat the Brewers yesterday.

One of the new additions to LSU’s roster is running back Noah Cain, who has transferred in from Penn State. The junior from Baton Rouge says Frank Wilson’s return as the team’s running backs coach is one of the reasons he chose to come back home…
cut 18 (18) “ player overall”
Five star wide receiver Shelton Sampson is staying home to play his college career as the Catholic High star has announced his commitment to LSU. Sampson is six-foot-four, 181 pounds and caught 40 passes and had 11 touchdowns for the Division One champion Bears last season.

Woodlawn of Baton Rouge Quarterback Rickie Collins is a four-star prospect and is expected to announce his commitment on Wednesday. Recruiting analysts believe he’ll choose LSU after recently de-committing from Purdue.

LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte says he’s 100 percent after undergoing two surgeries on his ankle. Boutte, who is a potential first-round pick next year, says winning the Biletnikoff Award is one of his goals
Cut 16 (15) “…just excited”
Boutte admits he looked at transferring when a new coaching staff came in, but he’s built trust with head coach Brian Kelly’s staff.

Kelly awarded the number 18 jersey to edge rusher B-J Ojulari. The 18 jersey goes to the player that best epitomizes what it means to be an LSU football palyer. Kelly says Ojulari’s attention to detail and focus represents the program in a positive way in the classroom, in the community and on the field.

The Ragin Cajuns are going through their first preseason camp with Michael Desormeaux as their head coach. The former U-L Lafayette quarterback spent the last six seasons on the Ragin Cajuns staff and was co-offensive coordinator last year. Desormeaux says his promotion to head coach doesn’t change his mindset
cut 19 (20) _“…Saturdays”

The Fighting Tigers’ 2023 recruiting class picked up their first five star commitment on Saturday when Catholic High wide receiver Shelton Sampson announced his commitment to LSU. Sampson is six-foot-four, 181 pounds and caught 40 passes and 11 touchdowns for the Division One champion Catholic High Bears last season.

Woodlawn of Baton Rouge Quarterback Rickie Collins will announce his commitment on Wednesday night. He’s expected to choose LSU.

After taking yesterday off, LSU is back on the practice field today and the team is glad to have star receiver Kayshon Boutte back. The former Westgate star says he’s 100-percent after undergoing two surgeries on his ankle. An injury that forced him to miss the second half of the 2021 season. Boutte admits he looked at transferring when a new coaching staff came in, but he’s built trust with head coach Brian Kelly’s staff
Cut 17 (15) “.to that”
LSU has been developing great receivers lately and they have another potential NFL prospect coming into the program as Catholic High five star recruit Shelton Sampson announced his commitment to LSU on Saturday.

The big storyline at Ragin Cajuns’ camp is the battle for starting quarterback between sophomore Chandler Fields and junior Ben Wooldridge. Head Coach Michael Desormeaux says the staff is 100-percent confident in both guys
Cut 20 (19) “ …to everyone”
Desormeaux says he’s not interested in rotating quarterbacks once the season begins, so whoever is named the starter that will be the guy.

The Saints hold their 11th training camp practice today. On Saturday, wide receiver Michael Thomas participated in eleven on eleven drills for the first time, another sign he’s getting up to speed after missing all of the 2021 season with an ankle injury. Kicker Will Lutz who also missed all of last season with a core muscle injury has also looked good at camp.

Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu says he’s appreciative of the support he’s received from the organization after missing the first six practices of training camp. Mathieu returned on Wednesday and is not saying why he was away…
cut 18 (13) “ great spirits”
Over at LSU’s camp, former Oklahoma State Cowboy Jarrick Bernard-Converse is expected to be one of LSU’s starting cornerbacks after starting 47 straight games for the Cowboys in four years. Coach Brian Kelly on the Shreveport native…
cut 16 (16) “….what we do”

The Ragin Cajun begin this season once again the team to beat in the Sun Belt West. They’ve won the division four years in a row. First-year head coach Michael Desormeaux says in years past the Cajuns started clicking offensively in October, he would like to see the offense reach midseason form earlier…
Cut 20 (18) “ …the season”

In recruiting news, University High linebacker Jaiden Ausberry has committed to Notre Dame. He’s the son of LSU deputy athletic director and former Tiger linebacker Verge Ausberry.

Catholic High five-star wide receiver Shelton Sampson Junior announces his commitment on Saturday. LSU, Alabama, Florida State and Texas A-and-M as his four finalists.