The NCAA has reportedly approved a rule that gives all fall sport student-athletes a free year of eligiblity, no matter how many games they compete in over the next ten months. It remains to be seen how schools react to this news. Scholarships cost money and athletic budgets have seen their revenues shrink because of COVID-19.

At LSU’s football camp, one of the biggest players on the field is freshman tight end Arik Gilbert, who stands at six-foot-five, 250 pounds. Tigers Safety Jacoby Stevens he’s been impressed with the Georgia product…
cut 20 (20) “….at you”
Gilbert is the reigning Gatorade National Player of the Year, the first tight end to win the award since its inception in 1985.

The Saints are getting ready for the season and they are also keeping an eye on the tropics as there’s the potential for two named storms in the Gulf of Mexico for the first time in 87 years. Coach Sean Payton says he’ll talk with General Manager Mickey Loomis to discuss options in case one of the storms hits New Orleans…
cut 30 (30) “…everyone”

ULM football is pausing its preseason camp, because COVID testing produced nine positive cases. The school is hoping they can resume early next week. Their first game is September fifth at Troy.

LSU Coach Ed Orgeron disputes a quote attributed to him in a USA Today report about two women who claim former LSU running back Derius Guice raped them in 2016. In the USA Today story, a former player said that Orgeron told him that everybody’s girlfriend sleeps with other people. Orgeron released a statement on Twitter last night and said that the quote is not accurate. Coach O also says the sexual assault allegations against Guice should be taken seriously.

ULM is pausing its preseason football practice, because COVID testing administered earlier this week produced nine positive cases. The school is conducting contact tracing to mititgate the spread of the virus. In a statement, Coach Matt Viator says he’s disappointed, but realized the suspension of practice was a real possibility this preseason and the team remains optimistic they will be able to safely compete this fall. The Warhawks first game is September fifth at Troy.

Saints Safety Malcom Jenkins is trying to win his third Super Bowl ring as he begins his second stint with the Black and Gold. New Orleans drafted Jenkins in 2009 and he won a Super Bowl to cap off his rookie season. He also won a Super Bowl in Philadelphia in 2017. Jenkins says there’s enough talent on this Saints team to win the Lombardi Trophy
cut 17 (21) “…and grow”

The Pelicans will pick 13th in the NBA draft which is scheduled for October 16th. The NBA draft lottery did not produce a higher pick for the Pels. The Minnesota Timberwolves won the lottery and they will have the number one pick.

LSU Coach Ed Orgeron disputes a quote attributed to him in a USA Today report about two women who claim former LSU running back Derius Guice raped them in 2016. In the USA Today story, a former player said that Orgeron told him that everybody’s girlfriend sleeps with other people. Orgeron released a statement on Twitter last night and said that the quote is not accurate. Coach O also says the sexual assault allegations against Guice should be taken seriously.

After watching the Big 10 and PAC 12 move football to the spring, LSU safety Jacoby Stevens is cherishing the opportunity to play. Stevens credits Shelly Mullenix, LSU’s Health and Wellness Coordinator for putting a plan in place so the Tigers can take the field next month…
cut 19 (15) “…their system”

The chemistry of the Saints was challenged in the offseason when Quarterback Drew Brees said he could never agree with anyone who did not stand for the national anthem. Brees later apologized for those comments and Safety Malcolm Jenkins, who originally said he was hurt by Brees’ comments, says his discussions with Brees brought the team closer
Cut 18 (15) “…no exception”
Jenkins is trying to win his third super bowl ring and second with the Saints.

In college football scheduling news, the Cajuns have added UAB and Central Arkansas to their schedule. They’ll visit the Blazers on Friday, October 23rd, and host the Bears on November 21st. ULM will kick off the season on September fifth at Troy, moving that game up from October 17th.

And the Pelicans will have the 13th pick in the NBA Draft, Minnesota won the lottery and has the top pick.

Eight SEC teams have released their plans for fans at football games this season, with all of them having capacities somewhere between 20 and 25 percent. Governor John Bel Edwards expects we will know the situation at Tiger Stadium in the next ten to 12 days
Cut 6 (09) “…26th”
LSU opens the season in Baton Rouge on September 26th against Mississippi State.

The Ragin Cajuns have finalized their football schedule for 2020 as they’ve added a trip to UAB on Friday October 23rd and will host Central Arkansas on November 21st at Cajun Field. That gives U-L Lafayette 11 games on the schedule, making up for the games lost against New Mexico State and Missouri. The game at U-A-B will be on a Friday.

ULM announces it will kick off the season on September fifth at Troy. The two teams were originally scheduled to play on October 17th.

As long as COVID-19 doesn’t get in the way, Myles Brennan will finally get his chance to be LSU’s starting quarterback. Brennan arrived at LSU in 2017 and has watched Joe Burrow take snaps the last two seasons. In today’s college football, many quarterbacks look to transfer if they don’t play right away, but Brennan says he knew he would eventually get his chance with the purple and gold…
cut 17 (25) “….that position”

Tonight is the NBA draft lottery. The Pelicans have only a one-percent chance of landing the top pick. A six-percent chance of moving up and getting a top four selection.

LSU interim president Thomas Galligan told WAFB-TV in Baton Rouge today that the university is looking into the allegations that former running back Derrius Guice raped two female students in 2016. Galligan says they take every allegation of sexual misconduct very seriously. Guice’s lawyer has said the accusations are not true.

LSU’s first-year starting quarterback Myles Brennan says he has no problems handling a leadership role and says he’s been a leader, even though he’s watched from the sidelines during most of his collegiate career…
cut 18 (25) “…whole time”

The Ragin Cajuns have finalized their football schedule for 2020 and they’ve added a trip to UAB on October 23rd and will host Central Arkansas on November 21st at Cajun Field. That gives U-L Lafayette 11 games on the schedule, making up for the games lost against New Mexico State and Missouri. The game at U-A-B will be on a Friday.

The NFL will reportedly not allow cheerleaders, mascots and reporters on the sidelines thsi year. According to a memo to teams, the only people allowed on the sidelines are players, officials, and essential television network employees.

Tonight is the NBA Draft Lottery and is lady luck on the Pelicans side again. New Orleans won the lottery last year. But the Pels only have a one-percent chance of winning the first overall pick tonight and a six-percent chance for a top-four pick. Unlike last year, there is not a consensus number one pick.

Myles Brennan finally gets his chance to lead LSU’s offense. Brennan has been with the Tigers since 2017. Since his recruitment, there’s been a new head coach, three different offensive coordinators, and now COVID-19. But Brennan says having Steve Ensminger, a former LSU quarterback, as his offensive coordinator is reassuring…
cut 16 (19) “…really nice”
The junior says he’s 220 pounds, up 45 pounds from his freshman season.

NFL Vice President of football operations Troy Vincent said the league may create a bubble for its teams that make the postseason. It’s an idea Saints Coach Sean Payton suggested to the competition committee. A bubble scenario would need approval from the players union.

Two former LSU students have told the USA Today that former running back Derius Guice raped them when he was a freshman in 2016. One of the women, a former tennis player, says she reported the allegation to LSU’s Title nine office but received no response. LSU has released a statement saying the school takes all accusations of sexual assault seriously and formal complaints are promptly and fully investigated.

Tonight is the NBA Draft Lottery and is lady luck on the Pelicans side again. New Orleans won the lottery last year, which allowed them to select Zion Williamson. But the Pelicans chances are not as great this year. They only have a one-percent chance of winning the first overall pick and a six-percent chance of a top-four pick.

The NCAA has granted a waiver to allow the University of Washington transfer center Bryan Penn-Johnson to play for the LSU basketball team this season. The seven-footer has three years of eligibility left. He appeared in seven games last season.

Two former LSU students tell USA Today that former Tigers running back Derrius Guice raped them in 2016 when he was a freshman. This news comes on the heels of Guice’s arrest on domestic violence charges in a separate incident that took place in Virginia earlier this month. The Washington Football Team released Guice after the arrest and USA Today Network reporter Glen Guilbeau says Guice might not play football ever again.
Cut 8 (09) “…that much longer.”
Guice’s attorney says the accusations are not true.

During a conference call with reporters, NFL Vice President of football operations Troy Vincent said the league may create a bubble for its teams that make the postseason. It’s an idea that Coach Sean Payton suggested when speaking with the competition committee. A bubble scenario would need approval from the players union.

LSU Football Coach Ed Orgeron says two-to-three players tested positive for COVID-19 when the Tigers began preseason camp on Monday. But Orgeron remains convinced LSU will play this season and it’s the best thing they can do. He admits that during the stay at home order, he spent many nights alone at the LSU football operations building in disbelief with what’s going on…
cut 19 (20) “…for sure”
LSU reported today that it’s had 22 positive coronavirus tests among its student population since August 15th.

Ragin Cajun Athletics announced today that the school will hold a virtual fan fest from September 1st to the 3rd. U-L fans will get a chance to hear from the head volleyball and soccer coaches, football coach Billy Napier and Athletics Director Bryan Maggard. There will also be giveaways.

Two former LSU students have told USA Today that former Tigers running back Derrius Guice raped them in 2016 when the Baton Rouge native was a freshman. LSU beat reporter Glen Guilbeau for the USA Today Network says the investigative story found that the women reported the allegations to multiple people at LSU, but…
cut 6 (07) “…girls charges”
The story by Nancy Armour and Kenny Jacoby says two coaches, an athletics administrator and nurse were told about the alleged assault. Guice’s attorney says the accusations are not true.

The Washington Football Team released Guice after he was arrested on domestic violence charges on August seventh. The second-round pick in 2018 has seen limited playing time in the NFL due to injuries. But you have to wonder, if Guice will ever play in the NFL again. He’s ranked fifth at LSU in career rushing yards.

LSU Football Coach Ed Orgeron says a couple of his players tested positive for COVID-19 when the team began preseason camp on Monday. Orgeron says the infected players must isolate at least 10 days after a positive test before they can return. Orgeron credits LSU’s director of wellness, Shelly Mullenix, for putting a solid COVID-19 mitigation plan in place
cut 17 (16) “…proper care”
Louisiana Tech Football players have strapped the shoulder pads on as they get ready to visit Baylor in the season opener on September 12th. Coach Skip Holtz says they are trying to make the most out of every single day…
cut 30 (13) “…to drive’

LSU Football Coach Ed Orgeron says when the Tigers began preseason camp, two to three players tested positive for the coronavirus. But Orgeron says he remains confident they’ll play this season and he says it’s the right thing to do. He’s also excited to see the students back on campus…
cut 18 (20) “…play football”
Orgeron says junior defensive end Justin Thomas has left the team. He was a possible starter in the Tigers’ new 4-3 defense. Thomas appeared in five games last season and recorded eight tackles, one sack and two tackles for a loss. Coach O also says starting right tackle Austin Deculus will be out for a little bit, but didn’t say why.

There are changes to Louisiana Tech’s upcoming football schedule. The Bulldogs will now kick-off their season by visiting Baylor on September 12th. Tech will begin Conference USA play the next week when they visit Southern Miss. The home opener is September 26th against Houston Baptist.

Ragin Cajuns Coach Billy Napier says they are not planning to play anyone during Labor Day weekend, but he has not given up on the idea. If U-L Lafayette does not play on September fifth, the Cajuns will kick-off the season on September 12th against Iowa State.

ULM will reportedly play Army on September 12th. But that has yet to be confirmed by either school.

The Saints are already dealing with an injury to a starting offensive lineman. The NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport says Pro Bowl Guard Andrus Peat broke his thumb and the timetable on when he will return is unclear. Peat may need surgery, but he has not been ruled out for the season opener.

The LSU football team will begin defense of its national championship on September 26th when they host Mississippi State. The Tigers will then travel to Vanderbilt, host Missouri and visit Florida on October 17th. Coach Ed Orgeron says there’s not much talk about 2019 as they get ready for the 2020 season…
cut 30 (15) “….hard work”
LSU is scheduled to meet Alabama in Tiger Stadium on November 14th. Both teams will have a bye week heading into the matchup.

Louisiana Tech announced today that it will kick-off its season by visiting Baylor on September 12th. The Bulldogs will begin Conference USA the next week when they visit Southern Miss and Tech will return to Joe Aillet Stadium on September 26th to host Houston Baptist for the home opener.

The Saints have started practicing in pads as the season opener against Tampa Bay is less than four weeks away. New Orleans reported for training camp in late July but used the last three weeks getting ready for physical contact. Quarterback Drew Brees believes they used the ramp-up time well
Cut 16 (21) “ more film”
The Saints are already dealing with an injury to a starting offensive lineman. The NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport says Pro Bowl Guard Andrus Peat broke his thumb and the timetable on when he will return is unclear. Peat may need surgery, but he has not been ruled out for the season opener. Nick Easton took Peat’s place at practice yesterday.