The LSU Tigers look to pull off the upset on Saturday when they visit 5th ranked Texas A-and-M. The Aggies rank number one in the SEC in total defense and second in rushing defense. LSU Center Liam Shanahan…
Cut 16 (16) “..this Saturday.”
Kick-off is at 6 PM.

The 23rd ranked Ragin Cajuns are at ULM tomorrow. The Warhawks have a new starting quarterback Jeremy Hunt takes over Colby Suits, who entered the NCAA Transfer portal. Cajuns safety Kam Pedescleaux says they’ll be ready for Hunt, even though they don’t have much tape on him…
cut 19 (16) “….we’ll be ready”
Kick-off is at 2 PM.

The Saints will visit the Denver Broncos on Sunday as they look for their eighth straight win. Playing in Denver means playing at a higher altitude, but Coach Sean Payton says leaving early would not help them…
cut 20 (20) “…rather than Friday”
The only two Saints that didn’t practice yesterday were kick returner Deonte Harris and offensive guard Andrus Peat.

The LSU men’s basketball team began the season last night with a 94-81 win over S-I-U Edwardsville. There’s been a lot of talk about freshman Cam Thomas and he delivered last night, scoring 27 points. Darrius Days also had a career with 24 points and six rebounds. The Tigers take on St. Louis on Saturday. The Bilkins have a strong team this year. Tip off for that one is at 2 PM.

The Saints will spend Thanksgiving getting ready for Sunday’s game against Denver. Taysom Hill is set to make his second start at quarterback. Hill is thankful for his up bringing because it made him the man and player he is today…
cut 30 (24) “…do better”

TJ Finley is expected to make the start again at quarterback on Saturday when the Tigers take on fifth ranked Texas A-and-M. The Aggies rank number one in the SEC in total defense.

Also on Saturday, ULM hosts the Ragin Cajuns. U-L Lafayette Coach Billy Napier has reportedly spoken with South Carolina about their head coaching vacancy.

The high school football playoffs are set to begin on Friday and with the state in a Modified Phase 2, LHSAA executive director Eddie Bonine has sent a memo to schools telling them they must follow the new 25-percent capacity restricition that has been put in place. Bonine also said in the letter that schools could be fined or receive other penalties for not following COVID-19 guidelines.

The college basketball season is underway. Tonight, LSU will tip off the season by facing S-I-U-Edwardsville in a game that will be held in St. Louis. The Tigers have a team that’s expected to be among the best in the SEC.

In action yesterday…Northwestern State fell to 14th ranked Texas Tech 101-58. Nebraska defeated McNeese 102-55. Southeastern Louisiana fell to Purdue-Fort Wayne in overtime 67-63, Grand Canyon knocked off Grambling 69-53 and Nicholls defeated UC Davis 101-94 as Ty Gordon had 23 points and nine assists.

The Saints returned to practice today to get ready for Sunday’s trip to Denver to face the Broncos. Denver is 4-6 on the year and coming off a win over Miami. New Orleans Coach Sean Payton says the Broncos have a very good running game…
cut 30 (13) “…Lindsey and Gordon”
Kick-off on Sunday is at 3:05.

The high school football playoffs get underway Friday, but with Louisiana moving into a modified Phase 2 for coronavirus restrictions, attendance for these games must be capped at 25-percent. Governor John Bel Edwards…
cut 27 (07) “…and required”
Capacity restrictions were at 50-percent in many parishes for most of the regular season.

Sophomore wide receiver Jaray Jenkins from Jena scored his first touchdown in an LSU uniform last week. It was a big catch as the score gave the Tigers a 27-24 lead and that’s how the game ended with Arkansas. Jenkins says it was a great moment in his life
cut 19 (14) “…great team win.”
Jenkins is third on the team in receptions.

ULM Junior college transfer Jeremy Hunt is set to make his first start of the season at quarterback on Saturday when the Warhawks host the 23rd ranked Ragin Cajuns. ULM coach Matt Viator says Hunt is ready…
cut 18 (11) “…division two league”
Colby Suits started ULM’s previous eight games, but he’s entered the NCAA transfer portal.

LSU sophomore wide receiver Jaray Jenkins from Jena scored his first touchdown in a Tigers uniform last week.  It was a big catch as the score gave the Tigers a 27-24 lead, and that’s how the game ended with Arkansas.  Jenkins says it was a great moment in his life.

Cut 19 (14) “great team win”

Jenkins has become a reliable target for LSU this season.  He’s third on the team in catches.

The semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall Of Fame’s 2021 class have been announced, five of which have Louisiana ties, which are former NFL quarterback and New Orleans native Peyton Manning, Eric Allen, who played for the Saints from 1998-2001, former LSU Tiger Allen Faneca, John Ehret graduate Reggie Wayne, and former Saints linebacker Sam Mills.

ULM is hoping to finally play a football game, as they are scheduled to play the Ragin Cajuns after three weeks off due to Covid-19 issues.  Warhawks head coach Matt Viator is looking forward to a normal routine.

Cut 16 (12) “your players”

The New Orleans Pelicans have re-signed forward Brandon Ingram to a five year, $158 million max deal.  Ingram set career highs last season by averaging 23.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game.

The 2020-2021 college basketball season begins tonight.  Southeastern will be on the road to take on Purdue Fort Wayne and Nicholls St. is at UC Davis.  LSU will play tomorrow.

ESPN reports the Pelicans and All-Star forward Brandon Ingram have agreed to a five-year 158-million dollar contract, which assures the 23-year-old will be a major building block as New Orleans tries to become a championship contender. The Pels have also signed newly acquired seven-footer Steven Adams to a two-year contract extension worth 35-million dollars.

LSU continues to prepare for Saturday’s game against fifth-ranked Texas A-and-M. Sophomore Jaray Jenkins has developed into a reliable pass catcher as he’s third on the team in catches. Jenkins credits his high school coaches at Jena for where he is at today…
cut 20 (19) “….man today”
Kick-off on Saturday is at 6 PM.

ULM is hoping to finally play a football game on Saturday, as they are scheduled to play the Ragin Cajuns after three weeks off due to Covid-19 issues. Warhawks head coach Matt Viator is looking forward to a normal routine.
Cut 16 (12) “…your players.”
U-L Lafayette is not in the Top 25 in the first college football playoff rankings. But Iowa State, who the Cajuns beat, is ranked 13th.

Lousiana Tech football Coach Skip Holtz has a lot of emotions going through his body as he faces another Saturday without a football game…
cut 30 (14) “…everybody”
This Saturday’s game against F-I-U has been canceled because of coronavirus issues with the Panthers football program. Tech hopes to play December third at North Texas.

LSU comes into Saturday’s game against fifth-ranked Texas A-and-M ranked 13th in the SEC in total defense. They are allowing 472 yards per game. In the win over Arkansas on Saturday, the Tigers allowed 13 yards per pass play. Coach Ed Orgeron says they have to limit the large chunk plays…
cut 19 (13) “…knows”
Orgeron says cornerback Derek Stingley Junior could play this Saturday after leaving the Arkansas win with an injury. But wide receiver Racey McMath is out.

The Pelicans have finalized the four-team trade that sends Jrue Holiday to Milwaukee and in return, New Orleans gets seven-foot center Steven Adams from Oklahoma City. Also, Forward Brandon Ingram has agreed to a five-year, 158 million dollar contract extension.

Louisiana Tech football coach Skip Holtz said today he’s disappointed, frustrated, and angry over Saturday’s game against FIU being canceled because of COVID issues with FIU. It’s the fourth straight Saturday that the Bulldogs will not play due to a postponement or cancelation, the third by the opponent. They hope to play on December third versus North Texas.

ULM is looking forward to playing its first game since November seventh as the Warhawks will host the Ragin Cajuns this Saturday. Since their last game versus Georgia State, their contest against Arkansas State was postponed and the much-anticipated contest against La Tech in Shreveport was canceled. Coach Matt Viator says he still has players in quarantine…
cut 17 (14) “….right track”
Viator says junior college transfer Jeremy Hunt is set to start at quarterback for ULM on Saturday after Colby Suits opted out the remainder of the season

A lot of football analysts thought Coach Sean Payton was making a mistake by starting Taysom Hill at quarterback over Jameis Winston as Hill was making his first start, while Winston had 20 starts under his belt.  Here’s Payton on why he thinks there was so much negative reaction after it got out that Hill would start.

Cut 17 (30) “what it is”

The New Orleans Pelicans have officially signed 7-foot center Steven Adams to a two year $35 million dollar deal, the veteran big man will provide the Pelicans with some much-needed help in the post.

After getting a much-needed win over Arkansas last Saturday, LSU has now shifted their focus to Texas A&M who they play on the road this weekend.  The Aggies have a high-scoring offense due in large part to their ground game.  Coach Ed Orgeron says A&M has a great running attack.

Cut 20 (26) “this year”

Louisiana Tech’s football game against FIU has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns within the Panthers program.  This is the fourth straight week that the Bulldogs won’t play due to cancellation.

Saints Coach Sean Payton would not say whether Taysom Hill will start at quarterback this Sunday when New Orleans travels to Denver. Payton says Hill played well and was complimented by good play from his teammates…
cut 16 (22) “…football team”

ESPN has reported that Bengals quarterback and former LSU star Joe Burrow not only tore his ACL, but he’s also torn his MCL and there are other structural issues in his knee. Burrow was carted off the field on Sunday in a loss to Washington. Recovery could take nine to 12 months.

Last night, the Rams beat the Buccaneers 27-24 as Tampa’s Tom Brady threw two touchdown passes, but also intercepted twice.

After getting a much-needed win against Arkansas last weekend, LSU is now preparing for fifth-ranked Texas A-and-M, who they play this Saturday in College Station. Quarterback Kellen Mond has led the Aggies to a five and one record. Coach Ed Orgeron says their goal is to get pressure on Mond…
cut 18 (14) “…contain him”
Orgeron says cornerback Derek Stingley Junior is fine and could play this Saturday after leaving the Arkansas win with an injury. But Coach O says wide receiver Racey McMath is out.

Once again no La Tech football game this Saturday as the Bulldogs contest against F-I-U has been canceled because of COVID-19 issues within the Panthers football program. This marks the fourth straight Saturday that the Bulldogs will not play due to a postponement or cancelation, the third by the opponent. Tech hopes to play at North Texas on December third.

The Saints own the best record in the NFC after beating Atlanta 24-9 yesterday. In his first NFL start at quarterback, Taysom Hill threw for 233 yards and rushed for two touchdowns. Hill benefited from a stingy Saints defense, which sacked Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan eight times and intercepted him twice. New Orleans defensive end Trey Hendrickson had two more sacks and credits the game plan and execution…
cut 20 (13) “….together”
Coach Sean Payton would not say today whether Hill will start at quarterback this Sunday when New Orleans travels to Denver. ESPN ‘s Ed Werder reports Brees hopes to return to the team for the Week 14 matchup in Philadelphia. Brees is recovering from eleven total rib fractures and a collapsed lung.

LSU Freshman quarterback TJ Finley had a nice bounce-back performance against Arkansas after turning it over three times in a loss to Auburn last time out. Finley threw for 271 yards and two touchdowns against the Razorbacks and led LSU on a game-winning drive in the fourth quarter. Coach Ed Orgeron says Finley is a cool customer…
cut 18 (18) “…at the end.”

Ragin Cajuns Coach Billy Napier says he’s feeling better after testing positive for COVID-19 last week. The school says Napier began to exhibit symptoms on Tuesday night and the 41-year-old says it got worse on Thursday…
Cut 9 (09) “…couple days”
The Cajuns are scheduled to visit ULM this Saturday. And Saturday’s game between La Tech and F-I-U has been postponed because of COVID issues with the Golden Panthers program.

The Taysom Hill led New Orleans Saints got their seventh straight victory after defeating the Atlanta Falcons 24-9 in the NFC South matchup.  Hill filled in for the injured Drew Brees and threw for 233 yards and had two rushing touchdowns.  Hill credits Brees for helping him get ready for his first NFL start.

Cut 19 (19) “best friends”

The Saints defense had a stellar performance yesterday as well, intercepting Matt Ryan twice and sacking him 8 times.  The Saints now have the best record in the NFC.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was carted off the field yesterday after suffering a knee injury against Washington.  An MRI determined that Burrow tore his ACL and he will miss the remainder of the year.

The LSU Tigers got a much-needed win on Saturday as the Bayou Bengals pulled off a 27-24 victory against the Arkansas Razorbacks.  LSU easily won the time of possession as they had the ball for nearly 42 minutes.  Running Back Tyrion Davis-Price rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown.  It’s been a month since the Tigers’ last victory and Davis-Price says they wanted this one badly.

Cut 17 (17) “with the W.”

TJ Finley had a nice bounce-back performance after a bad outing against Auburn,  as he threw for 271 yards and two touchdowns.

Ragin Cajuns head coach Billy Napier has tested positive for Covid-19 after receiving his test results on Saturday.  Napier is currently in isolation as he quarantines away from his family.  Pending a successful recovery, Napier will travel separately from his team to Monroe for their game against ULM.