We are getting closer to Saturday night’s annual contest between LSU and Alabama. Wide receiver DJ Chark says they are excited at the opportunity to beat the number one ranked team in the country….
cut 28 (11) “…for it”
Expect to see former walk-on Levi Wallace defending Chark on Saturday. The A-P midseason All-American has three interceptions on the season and nine passes defensed.

Saints Cornerback Marshon Lattimore has been named NFL Defensive Rookie fo the Month. The first round pick out of Ohio State intercepted his first two passes of his NFL career during the month of October. New Orleans begins the month of November by hosting Tampa Bay this Sunday. The Bucs are struggling with a 2-and-5 record.

Former LSU Tigers Alex Bregman and Will Harris are World Series champions as they helped Houston win its first title in franchise history. Bregman played a big role in beating the Los Angeles Dodgers as he had seven hits, two home runs and five runs driven in during the World Series. He also made several nice defensive plays in the field and the glove that he wore during the World Series has been sent to the Baseball Hall of Fame.

KPEL News has released information concerning some of the allegations made against former UL Lafayette softball coach Michael Lotief. In one complaint dated on August 2nd of this year, a player said Lotief made her cry and then mimicked her and made fun of her nervous nonverbal habits. Another complaint said that Lotief once cursed out the visiting grounds crew and the player says the coach’s tactics went from physical anger to emotional manipulation. Lotief held a press conference following his termination and denied the allegations made against him.

Saints Cornerback Marshon Lattimore has been named NFL Defensive Rookie fo the Month. The first round pick out of Ohio State intercepted his first two passes of his NFL career during the month of October. New Orleans begins the month of November by hosting Tampa Bay this Sunday. The Bucs are struggling with a 2-and-5 record. Quarterback Jameis Winston says his injured shoulder is starting to feel better.

UL Lafayette has fired its highly successful softball coach Michael Lotief, citing claims of vulgar language and assault. Speaking after his termination, Lotief denied the allegations, but admits he has a loose tongue in competitive situations…:
Cut 12 (11) “it’s a lie”
UL-Lafayette says they won’t tolerate such behavior,

There are now 14 former LSU Tigers who are World Champions. The latest two are third baseman Alex Bregman and relief pitcher Will Harris, who helped the Astros win their first world series title in franchise history. Houston defeated Los Angeles 5-1 last night in Game 7 of the World Series. Bregman had seven hits, two home runs and five runs driven in during the World Series. Harris tossed two scoreless innings of relief.

The Pelicans had 19 turnovers last night and lost to Minnesota 104 to 98 to fall to 3-and-5 on the season. DeMarcus Cousins led the way for New Orleans with 35 points and nine rebounds and said after the game that they are a team that’s still figuring each other out. The Pels are at Dallas tomorrow night.

There are a couple of big high school football games tonight. Cedar Creek at Oak Grove battle for the District 2-1A championship. Sterlington takes on Richwood. Sterlington has won 18 in a row.

The Astros won the World Series for the first time in franchise history, making two former Tigers World Champions. It took a wild 7 games, but Houston came out on top after last night’s 5-1 victory over the Dodgers. Former LSU shortstop Alex Bregman posted phenomenal numbers for the ‘Stros in the World Series, running in 5 to score, blasting 7 hits; 2 home runs and 5 RBIs. Former Tiger Will Harris, a relief pitcher, threw two scoreless innings in the series.

UL Lafayette has fired its highly successful softball coach Michael Lotief, claiming he created a hostile learning and working environment:
Cut 3 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Three starting offensive lineman for the Saints, guards Larry Warford and Andrus Peat and tackle Terron Armstead did not practice yesterday. Warford has an abdomen injury, Peat has a hip injury and Armstead continues to rest his shoulder, where he had surgery. We already know Warford is expected to miss several weeks. The Saints take on Tampa Bay this weekend.

There are three important high school football games taking place today.

Cedar Creek at Oak Grove, they battle for the District 2-1A championship. Oak Grove has 26 district titles, including coming off two in 2015 and 2016. Cedar Creek has two.

Edna Karr and Easton are also set to face off tonight, in a possible preview of the 4A state championship.

Sterlington takes on Richwood this evening. Sterlington has won 18 in a row, Richwood has won five in a row.

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New Orleans Pelicans 104-98. Boogie Cousins had 35 points and nine rebounds. Anthony Davis added 24 points and 10 rebounds. With the loss, the Pels fall to 1-3 at home.

The oddsmakers are expecting a blowout this Saturday between LSU and Alabama as the Crimson Tide are 21 point favorites. Bama Head Coach Nick Saban says his players need to be ready for a physical game on Saturday…
cut 20 (19) “..understand that”
Alabama has won six straight in the series between the two teams.

Three starting offensive lineman for the Saints, guards Larry Warford and Andrus Peat and tackle Terron Armstead did not practice today. Warford has an abdomen injury, Peat has a hip injury and Armstead continues to rest his shoulder, which had surgery on it. We aleady know Warford is expected to miss several weeks.

ULM is getting ready to host Appalachian State this Saturday. The Mountaineers are 4-0 in league play and Warhawks Coach Matt Viator says they have one of the top defenses in the Sun Belt…
cut 18 (14) “…excited about it”
Kick-off is at 2 PM.

UL Lafayette announced the firing today of successful softball coach Michael Lotief. The university says Lotief created a hostile learning and working environment by subjecting athletes and coworkers to violent, vulgar language and verbal and physical assault. Lotief was recently placed on administrative leave. His attorney says the coach was fighting to improve basic services for his female athletes.

The Pelicans are home tonight to take on the improved Minnesota Timberwolves.

LSU will bring a three-game winning streak into Saturday’s SEC showdown with top ranked Alabama. Crimson Tide Head Coach Nick Saban says the Tigers are the best team they’ve seen this year and their season turned around after losing to Troy…:
Cut 19 (20) right now“
Meanwhile ticket sales for the game in Tuscaloosa are on fire. Cameron Papp with Stub Hub says this is the highest selling Alabama home game this season so far…:
Cut 7 (08) “their calendars”
He says prices range from 90 dollars to over 500 dollars.

After a long layoff, UL Lafayette returns to the football field this Saturday when they visit South Alabama. The Cajuns last played on October 19th, when they were blown out by Arkansas State 47-3. Coach Mark Hudspeth says his players are not dwelling on that lopsided loss…:
Cut 17 (23) “from us”
Also in the Sun Belt this Saturday, ULM hosts Appalachian State.

Former LSU star shortstop Alex Bregman and the Houston Astros will have to play a game 7 in the World Series, after falling to the Dodgers last night in LA, 3-1.

The first College Football Playoff rankings of the season were released last night, and Georgia, Alabama, Notre Dame and Clemson made the top 4.

The Pelicans return to action tonight to take on the Tiberwolves at home.

The LSU Tigers are looking for their first win over Alabama since 2011. Six straight wins for the Crimson Tide during that time. Linebacker Devin White says he gets asked a lot about beating Alabama…
cut 18 (16) “….four quarters’

October 19th was the last time the Ragin Cajuns played a football game. UL Lafayette finally gets back on the field this Saturday when they visit South Alabama. Cajuns Coach Mark Hudspeth on what they’ve been doing with all of the time off…
cut 30 (17) “…young guys”

The NFL trade deadline came and went and the Saints did not make a deal. But former LSU cornerback Rashard Lawrence was traded by the San Francisco 49ers to the New York Jets. That means the Jets will have three former LSU Tigers in their defensive secondary as Robinson joins former first-round picks Morris Claiborne and Jamal Adams.

And in a surprising move. the Panthers trade wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin to the Bills for a third and seventh round pick.

Former LSU Tiger Alex Bregman can help the Houston Astros win their first World Series title tonight. First pitch in Los Angeles is at 7:20 as Justin Verlander pitches for Houston, while the Dodgers counter with Rich Hill. Bregman will bat second and play third base once again.

The Pelicans are off tonight after losing to Orlando 115-99 last night. Coach Alvin Gentry not happy with his team’s play on defense as New Orleans gave up 16 three-pointers. The Pels host Minnesota tomorrow.

During LSU’s six game losing streak to Alabama, the Tigers offensive line has not performed well. Junior center Will Clapp says offensive coordinator Matt Canada likes to give opposing defenses a lot of different looks, so hopefully that will work this time around….
cut 17 (15) “…the game”
Left tackle KJ Malone is questionable for Saturday’s game against Bama.

The Ragin Cajuns return to action this Saturday as they visit South Alabama. Junior Jordan Davis is expected to start at quarterback as Andre Nunez is still in concucussion protocol. Davis started the first five games of the season, Nunez has started the last two. Also in the Sun Belt, ULM hosts Appalachian State this Saturday.

Saints cornerback Delvin Breaux is eligible to play this Sunday against Tampa Bay. He was placed on injured reserve in the preseason after surgery was needed to repair a stress fracture in his left tibula. Coach Sean Payton says Breaux will be eased back into action…
cut 20 (08) “…than bang”
Saints and Pelicans Owner Tom Benson is said to be doing very well and was expected to be released from the hospital today. The 90-year-old experienced weakness after the win over Chicago and was taken to a hospital for precuationary reasons.

19th ranked LSU is getting ready to play top ranked Alabama, but junior tight end Foster Moreau doesn’t sound too stressed out. Moreau was one of several Tiger players to meet with reporters yesterday and here’s what he said when asked to describe Alabama…:
Cut 16 (16) “good football team”
2011 was the last time LSU beat Alabama. We asked a tourism official in Tuscaloosa, Barrett Elder, if Crimson Tide fans were getting tired of winning all the time…:
Cut 6 (07) “I find it awesome”
LSU is a three touchdown underdog for the game Saturday night inside Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Also it was announced Monday that the Tigers vs. Arkansas game on November 11th will kick off at 11am.

The Saints are riding a five-game winning streak heading into Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay. New Orleans has been winning with a stingy defense, solid play from quarterback Drew Brees and a running game more formidable than in years past. But Head Coach Sean Payton says there are still mistakes that need to be corrected or it will cost them later..:
Cut 19 (15) cleaned up“
Saints cornerback Delvin Breaux is eligible to return to the field this Sunday.

The Pelicans fell last night to Orlando, 115-99 and New Orleans now moves to 3-4 on the season.

Adam Schefter is reporting that a federal judge has reinstated a 6 game suspension for Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott over domestic violence allegations. Elliott’s request for a preliminary injunction was denied.

And former LSU star Alex Bregman and the Houston Astros can win their first World Series in franchise history tonight in LA.

LSU is a three touchdown underdog for this Saturday’s game against top ranked Alabama. Head Coach Ed Orgeron says this game will come down to whoever executes the best….
cut 15 (11) “….game goes”
Orgeron says his team heads into the big game rested and healthy. Only offensive tackle KJ Malone is listed as questionable.

Former LSU star Alex Bregman is receiving a lot of praise for his base hit to score the winning run in a crazy 13-12 win for the Astros over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 5 of the World series. During the game, Houston trailed by four runs and then three runs, but kept battling back. Bregman on his team’s fight…
Cut 11 (10) “champions”
Houston can win its first World Series in franchise history tomorrow night in L-A.

The Saints are 5-2 after beating the Chicago Bears 20-12 yesterday. New Orleans is in first place in the NFC South a half-a-game ahead of Carolina. Quarterback Drew Brees says they are not satisfied yet…
cut 18 (22) “…on that”
New Orleans hosts 2-5 Tampa Bay this Sunday.

Saints and Pelicans Owner Tom Benson is said to be doing very well after he was hospitalized overnight following a busy weekend of events. A statement says Benson is expected to be back home tomorrow and in the office later this week.

The Pelicans host the Orlando Magic tonight. A win and New Orleans will move to 4-and-3 on the season.

The Saints are on a five game winning streak after beating the Chicago Bears 20-12. New Orleans did a lot of things well – the defense gave up just one touchdown, quarterback Drew Brees threw for 299 yards, Will Lutz kicked two field goals and running back Mark Ingram and Alvin Kamara each had rushing touchdowns. But Ingram also fumbled twice in the 4th quarter, which almost led to a come from behind win for the Bears…:
Cut 16 (19) “my coaches”
The Saints are now 5-2 and host 2-5 Tampa Bay this Sunday.

The Pelicans could actually end up with a winning record for the first time in a couple of years if they take out The Magic tonight in the Smoothie King Center. New Orleans is now 3-3 after an impressive 123-101 victory over the Cavs Saturday night.

The wild World Series continued to get crazier last night, and the Astros walked away with the Game 5 “W” in Houston over the Dodgers to lead the best of 7, 3-2. The winning run came sliding across home plate on former LSU shortstop Alex Bregman’s single in the 10th inning early this morning — five hours after first pitch. The score was 13-12 in 10 innings. Game 6 is tomorrow night at Dodger Stadium.

Louisiana Tech snapped a two-game losing streak by beating Rice 42-28. The game was tied at 28 late in the fourth quarter, but the Bulldogs mounted a 11-play, 75-yard drive that ended with a two-yard touchdown run by Boston Scott. Bulldogs Coach Skip Holtz..:
Cut 19 (11) “finished the game”

Southeastern snapped a five-game winning streak with a 33-23 loss to Sam Houston in Hammond.

Nicholls State posted a 38-31 victory over UIW, securing the Colonels’ first winning season since 2007.

ULM fell to Idaho, 31-23.