LSU football coach Brian Kelly strongly denies the accusation he was not there for former Tigers safety Greg Brooks Junior following his brain surgery. In an interview on ABC’s Good Morning America, Brooks’ father said no one from LSU’s coaching staff has reached out since October 2023.  But Coach Kelly says HE loves Greg Brooks Junior, and it is factually incorrect to say he was not there by his side through this ordeal…

Cut 28 (11) “…part of that.”

But an attorney for Greg Brooks Junior released a statement today that said in reality Coach Kelly has not contacted Greg Brooks Junior in over 16 months.

The Brooks family is suing LSU and Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, alleging his cancer diagnosis was mishandled and so was his brain surgery.

There is certainly Kansas City Chiefs fatigue heading into the Super Bowl. K-C is seeking to win the Super Bowl for a record third consecutive year and this is there fifth appearance in the game in six years. Safety Justin Reid from Dutchtown High School in Ascension Parish likes playing the villain in this game…

Cut 14 (14) “…more fun”

The Chiefs beat the Eagles in Super Bowl 57 two years ago. Former Saints defensive back CJ Gardner Johnson was on that Philadelphia team. He now gets to play a Super Bowl in New Orleans. He spent his first three seasons in the NFL with the Saints. Gardner-Johnson says it was a surreal moment when he stepped on to the Superdome turf earlier this week…

Cut 20 (04) “….get things going”

Gardner-Johnson intercepted six passes during the regular season.

Bad night for the most part for Louisiana college basketball teams last night…LSU hit nine first-half three-pointers but played poorly again in the second half and lost to Georgia 81 to 62. Georgia State hammered ULM 97 to 64. Georgia Southern edged the Ragin Cajuns 83 to 82, but Tulane topped UTSA 61 to 60 in San Antoinio. The Green Wave are now 7-and-3 in the American Athletic Conference.

Tonight, Louisiana Tech is at Liberty looking for its first conference road win and the sixth ranked LSU women’s basketball team in Missouri at 6:30.

The Pelicans lost their seventh straight last night, falling to the Denver Nuggets 144 to 119. But the big story is New Orleans has traded Brandon Ingram to the Toronto Raptors for a couple of bench players and a couple of draft picks. Ingram was part of the blockbuster 2019 Anthony Davis trade. Ingram is averaging 22 points a game this season, but has not played since December because of an ankle injury.

LSU football coach Brian Kelly vehemently denies the accusation he was not there for former Tigers safety Greg Brooks Junior following his brain surgery. According to Brooks’ family, the surgery to remove a tumor, resulted in multiple seizures that left him permanently disabled. In an interview on ABC’s Good Morning America, Brooks’ father says no one from LSU’s coaching staff has reached out since October 2023. Kelly says that allegation struck a nerve with him…

Cut 13 (13)  “…and support.”

Brooks’ family filed a lawsuit last year against LSU and Our of the Lady Lake Hospital claiming both the university and medical providers mishandled the diagnosis of his tumor and the surgery.

Kelly also provided update on backup quarterback Colin Hurley, who was involved in a serious car wreck last month. The coach Hurley is recovering in his hometown of Jacksonville, Florida….

Cut 16 (16) “…might be back”

Spring practice begins in about a month.

LSU football coach Brian Kelly has responded to allegations from Greg Brooks Senior that Kelly has not reached out to his son, Greg Brooks Junior, since October 2023. That’s right after Brooks Junior underwent brain surgery to remove a tumor. Kelly says Brooks Senior’s statement is false…

Cut 13 (13) “…and support

Brooks Senior and his son, former LSU safety Greg Brooks, appeared on Good Morning America earlier this week to discuss Greg’s permanent disability that they say was caused by the surgery. The Brooks’ family has sued Our Lady of the Lake Hospital and LSU.

LSU men’s basketball had another bad second half last night and fell to 1-and-8 in the Southeastern Conference with an 81 to 62 loss to the Georgia Bulldogs.

There is one player from Louisiana Tech playing in Sunday’s Super Bowl and that’s Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams, who had five sacks during the regular season. Williams says it will be special stepping onto sports’ biggest stage in a state he knows well…

Cut 18 (11)  “…with a win.”

Louisiana Tech men’s basketball is at Liberty tonight. The Bulldogs are looking for their first road win in Conference USA play. The Flames are one of the best shooting teams in the league. Tip off is at 6 PM.

Last night, The Ragin Cajuns fell to Georgia Southern 83 to 82 and ULM was blown out by 97 to 64 Georgia State.

The Pelicans lost their seventh straight, losing to Denver 144 to 119. But the big story is that New Orleans has traded Brandon Ingram to Toronto for Bruce Brown Junior, Kelly Olynyk, and two draft picks, including a first rounder.

LSU football coach Brian Kelly says a nerve was struck when Greg Brooks family said the LSU coaching staff has failed to reach out after a tumor was removed from Greg’s brain …

Cut 27 (37) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Kelly also provided an update today on backup quarterback Colin Hurley, who suffered injuries in a one-vehicle wreck on campus. Kelly says Hurley is recovering at his hometown of Jacksonville, Florida. No timetable on his return, but everyone is optimistic he’ll make a full recovery.

After losing by 31 points on Saturday at home to Texas, the LSU men’s basketball team gets back at it tonight as the Tigers visit Georgia. LSU is 1-and-7 in SEC play, next to last place in the league standings. Tiger Rag Executive Editor Todd Horne says the lack of NIL funding is keeping LSU from having better players…

Cut 19 (15) “…Alabama’s”

Tip off tonight against Georgia is at 8 PM.

NBA, The Pelicans are at Denver tonight. New Orleans is expected to Brandon Ingram before tomorrow’s deadline.

LSU is picked to finish in fourth place in the SEC Baseball Coaches Poll. Texas A-and-M is the preseason favorite, followed by Tennessee and Arkansas.

The Ragin Cajuns are picked to finish third in the Sun Belt. ULM is 13^th. U-L Lafayette’s Chase Morgan named the Sun Belt Preseason Pitcher of the Year.

After losing by 31 points on Saturday at home to Texas, the LSU men’s basketball team gets back at it tonight as the Tigers visit Georgia. LSU is 1-and-7 in SEC play, next to last place in league play. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says the lack of NIL funding is at the heart of LSU’s troubles on the hardwood…

Cut 29 (16) “…Texas”

The Pelicans are at Denver tonight. New Orleans is expected to pull off a trade, likely involving Brandon Ingram, before tomorrow’s NBA trade deadline.

LSU is picked to finish in fourth place in the SEC Baseball Coaches Poll. Texas A-and-M is the preseason favorite, followed by Tennessee and Arkansas.

The Ragin Cajuns picked to finish third in the Sun Belt. ULM 13^th. U-L Lafayette’s Chase Morgan named the Sun Belt Preseason Pitcher of the Year.

Eagles quarterback coach Doug Nussmeier is back in New Orleans as he’s helped Philadelphia reach the Super Bowl for the second time in three years. Nussmeier is the son of LSU starting quarterback Garrett Nussmeier. He spoke with our own Andrew Greenstein about Garrett’s decision to come back to LSU for one more….

Cut 28 (29) “…for you”

Chiefs defensive line coach Joe Cullen also has ties to LSU. He held the same position with LSU in 1999 under head coach Gerry DiNardo. Cullen says he’s excited for the chance to help the Chiefs to an unprecedented third straight Super Bowl title.

Cut 17 (05)  “…to make history.”

Today is National Signing Day in college football. The first Wednesday in February used to be a big day in college football, but that has changed with the early signing period in December.

LSU will add a quarterback to its roster. Emilie Picarella from University High in Baton Rouge will join the Tigers roster as a preferred walk on. He started for two seasons for the Cubs and is a three-star recruit.

UL-Lafayette is set to sign three local players today. Acadiana’s Russell Babineaux, Cecilia’s Brent Gordon Junior and St. Thomas More’s Aiden Falgout.

Southland Conference football schools released their schedules for 2025. Nichollas will host a Week Zero game against conference rival Incarnate Word on August 23^rd in Thibodaux. Northwestern State will kick off its season August 28^th against Alcorn State.

Former Neville star John Diarse is the new head football coach at Wossman High School. Diarse was the offensive coordinator at Slidell last season and takes over a program that went six and six last year.

Kansas City is seeking its fourth Super Bowl title in five years on Sunday. Is it possible Chiefs head coach Andy Reid will call it quits after Super Bowl 59. Reid says no….

Cut 18 (07) “…I love the game”

Super Bowl 59 is a full-circle moment for Eagles quarterback coach Doug Nussmeier, who is the father of LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier. Doug Nussmeier was drafted by the Saints in 1994 in the fourth round and appeared in five games during the 1996 and 1997 seasons…

Cut 28 (15) “…World Championship team”

If Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore gets the Saints head coaching job, it’s possible he brings Nussmeier with him to New Orleans.

Eagles Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore received a lot of attention during Super Bowl Media Day. That’s because the 36-year-old is expected to be named the new head coach of the Saints following the Super Bowl. Moore says his interviews with the Saints were great, but his focus is on beating the Chiefs.

Cut 16 (10) “…of the way.”

Former Saints linebacker Zack Baun will return to the Dome this Sunday, this time wearing Midnight green. After spending four seasons as a reserve linebacker in New Orleans, Baun had a breakout season this year for the Eagles and he’s a finalist for Defensive Player of the Year….

Cut 18 (14) “…position I am”

Baun registered 151 tackles, five forced fumbles and one fumble recovery this year.

Girls flag football could soon be a sanctioned high school sport in Louisiana. Louisiana High School Coaches Association Director Eric Held says the LHSAA executive committee is expected to vote on sanctioning the sport at its April meeting…

Cut 29 (05) “…sanctioned”

Held says they heard from over 100 high schools who said they are interested in girls flag football.

In college basketball last night…Southern stayed undefeated in the SWAC with an overtime win over Jackson State. McNeese rebounded from a loss to Nicholls to beat UIW. The Colonels won their third in a row.

Louisiana Tech men’s basketball is on the road this week for two games away from the TAC, starting Thursday at Liberty. Sean Newman and the Bulldogs are 5-and-4 in league play….

Cut 20 (12) “…we going to finish”

Eagles Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore flew out to New Orleans with the rest of the team over the weekend for Sunday’s Super Bowl. He might not need his return flight. That’s because the 36-year-old is widely considered to be the frontrunner to be the new head coach of the Saints. Moore says despite the Super Bowl being on the Saints’ home field this year, he’s not thinking about the Saints this week.

Cut 16 (10) “…of the way.”

Moore says his meetings with the Saints an incredible experience with General Manager Mickey Loomis and the leadership group.

Multiple media outlets are reporting former Louisiana Tech quarterback and assistant coach Tim Rattay will join LSU’s staff as an offensive analyst. Rattay was the quarterback coach at Oklahoma State the last five seasons.

Former Neville star John Diarse is the new head football coach at Wossman. Diarse was the offensive coordinator at Slidell last season and takes over a program that went six and six last year.

Girls flag football could soon be a sanctioned high school sport in Louisiana. Louisiana High School Coaches Association Director Eric Held says the LHSAA executive committee is expected to finalize approval at its April meeting…

Cut 11 (06) “…the road”

Held says they heard from over 100 high schools who said they are interested in girls flag football.

In the town of Amite, most people are rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl. Homegrown hero Devonta Smith is the Eagles leading receiver and his high school coach, Zephaniah Powell says Smith keeps making plays despite his six-foot, 170-pound frame…

Cut 13 (09) “….pros right now”

Smith won the Heisman Trophy at Alabama and lost to the Chiefs in the Super Bowl in his rookie season.

Last night was Super Bowl media day at the Caesars Superdome and it was a chance for the local media to talk with Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore as he could be the next head coach of the Saints. Moore is considered the top candidate and the 36-year-old said becoming a head coach in the NFL would be the opportunity of a lifetime…

Cut 17 (12) “….excited about it”

Moore has spent the last six seasons as an offensive coordinator.

Eagles linebacker Zack Baun is back in the Superdome after spending his first four seasons in the NFL with the Saints.

Cut 19 (09) “….green in it”

Baun was a reserve linebacker for New Orleans and played on special teams, but he’s blossomed into one of the best linebackers in the NFL in Philadelphia. Baun is an NFL Defensive Player of the Year finalist.

The LHSAA and the Saints are working towards sanctioning girls flag football as a high school sport. Louisiana High School Coaches Association Director Eric Held says the interest is there…

Cut 10 (10) “…flag football team.”

At least 80 schools needed to express interest per LHSAA bylaws in order for a formal vote to take place to finalize the approval of girls flag football as a sanctioned sport. Held says the association’s executive committee is expected to finalize approval at its April meeting.

In college basketball last night…McNeese rebounded from its first conference loss on Saturday by beating UIW 67 to 65. Nicholls stayed hot with a 75 to 67 win over Houston Christian. Northwestern State and Southeastern Louisiana both won. Southern improved to 9-and-0 in the SWAC with a 91 to 89 overtime win over Jackson State. Grambling lost to Alcorn State 60 to 53 to fall.

Lafayette’s Jack Bech was named the Senor Bowl MVP this past weekend, but he says he would rather have his brother than the M-V-P honor. Tiger Bech was killed in the New Years Day terror attack on Bourbon Street and Jack believes it was his brother who helped him in Mobile…

Cut 14 (11) “…legacy on .”

Good Morning America did a compelling piece on former LSU safety Greg Brooks junior who is wheelchair bound and has trouble talking and using his hands following surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from his brain. Brooks’ family has filed a lawsuit against LSU and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge alleging negligence. Greg Brooks’ dad says they have not heard from LSU’s coaching staff since October 2023, shortly after the diagnosis…

Cut 30 (07) “…man”

Less than two weeks away from the opening day for college baseball. Six-foot-eight right-hander Chase Shores could be LSU’s Friday night starter. Pitching coach Nate Yeskie says Shores is developing well…

Cut 18 (24) “…a little mean.”

Second ranked LSU opens the season against Purdue Fort Wayne on February 14^th.

Tonight in basketball, the Pelicans begin a four game road trip in Denver. They found out over the weekend that starting point guard Dejounte Murray is done for the season with a torn Achilles. Tip off tonight is at 8 PM

Grambling also plays at 8 PM tonight against Alcorn State in a game televised by ESPN U.