The LSU offense ranks third in the nation in yards per game and has not missed a beat with star tight end Trey’Dez Green sidelined. The Tigers are still looking for answers at his position, but quarterback Sam Leavitt says wide receivers have stepped up to replace his production.

Cut 18 (13)  “…comes their way.”

The tenth-ranked Tigers will take an SEC road trip to Kentucky on Saturday. The Wildcats are 4-and-1 under new head coach Will Stein. He has high praise for LSU coach Lane Kiffin.

Cut 21 (08) “…quarterback play.”

Former LSU receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is signing to the Vikings practice squad after being cut by the Giants. He will have a trip home this weekend as New Orleans hosts Minnesota on Sunday. Former Tigers wideout Justin Jefferson could make his return for the Vikings after dealing with an ankle sprain.

UL Lafayette is 4-and-1 and first in the Sun Belt West after a last-second 23-20 win over Arkansas State. The Cajuns will have another big divisional game against rival Louisiana Tech this weekend. It’s the Bulldogs’ first Sun Belt game, but UL coach Michael Desormeaux says he’s been following their defense for years.

Cut 19 (14) “…they play physical.”

Tech coach Sonny Cumbie says that defense will be tested by Cajuns quarterback Lunch Winfield and his feel for the game.

Cut 20 (16) “…defensively.”

Winfield ranks first in the Sun Belt in rushing touchdowns and second in rushing yards.

Kickoff in Ruston is set for 6:30.

LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt says he will be fully healthy by the time tenth-ranked Tigers head to Kentucky on Saturday night. Leavitt has played through a hamstring injury the last two games and says it has given him a new perspective on staying in the pocket.

Cut 16 (16) “…even more lethal.”

Over his last two games, Leavitt has completed 76 percent of his passes for 489 yards, five touchdowns and two interceptions.

The Saints return to the practice field today for a walk through as they get ready for another home game, this time against the 4-and-0 Vikings. Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan is in a bad mood after Monday night’s embarrassing loss to Atlanta…

Cut 21 (09) “…every week”

Kick off is at noon.

The Ragin Cajuns are getting ready to head up north to take on Louisiana Tech in the Sun Belt opener for the Bulldogs. Star wide receiver Shelton Sampson still hasn’t caught a pass this season because of injuries. He did play in last week’s win against Arkansas State and Coach Michael Desormeaux says he’s expecting Sampson will eventually make some big grabs for them….

Cut 20 (14) “…played really well”

Edna Karr remains ranked number one in the Class 5A Louisiana Sports Writers poll. The Cougars will face 10^th ranked John Curtis and that game has been moved up to Thursday night because of the possibility of a hurricane hitting southeast Louisiana on Friday.

In Four-A Westgate is ranked number one, Lafayette Renaissance has cracked the Top ten as they are ranked ninth after beating eighth ranked Lake Charles Prep last week.

LSU’s big 63-14 win over McNeese let a lot of backups see extended reps. Third-string quarterback Husan Longstreet saw some action under center and at punt returner. LSU coach Lane Kiffin says he and his staff think outside the box as much as anyone.

Cut 18 (17)  “…things like that.”

With seven SEC games remaining, the Tigers will turn their focus to Kentucky this weekend, and quarterback Sam Leavitt says he’ll be fully recovered from the hamstring injury he suffered against Texas A&M.

Cut 21 (09) “…run around.”

Kickoff against the 4-and-1 Wildcats is set for 6:00.

The Falcons crashed New Orleans Domecoming 20th anniversary celebration with a 45-24 thrashing of the Saints. New Orleans turned in a disappointing performance, and quarterback Tyler Shough says there’s no way to sugarcoat it.

Cut 6 (13) “…eyes forward.”

The Saints host the 4-and-0 Vikings on Sunday

UL Lafayette visits Louisiana Tech this weekend in the Bulldogs’ first Sun Belt conference game. Cajuns coach Michael Desormeaux says the Dogs play defense the way it’s meant to be played.

Cut 22 (16) “…good coaching.”

Kickoff in Ruston is set for 6:30.

The Saints fell flat in a game that was supposed to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the reopening of the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina. By the fourth quarter, mostly Falcons fans were left in the stands as New Orleans fell 45-24 on Monday Night Football. Head Coach Kellen Moore…

Cut 10 (11) “…and move forward.”

LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt had his highest completion percentage of the season in the Tigers’ 63-14 win over McNeese, despite still dealing with a hamstring injury, which coach Lane Kiffin says actually helped him stand in the pocket and deliver. He threw for 176 yards, three touchdowns, and an interception, and Kiffin says the biggest help for his improved accuracy was better protection.

Cut 16 (16) “…play really consistent.”

Louisiana Tech quarterback Trey Kukuk threw for 185 yards and ran for 40 yards and a touchdown in the Bulldogs’ 31-29 win over Army but injured his ankle near the end of the fourth quarter. Cumbie says Blake Baker, who was the starter before fracturing his hand against LSU, is ready to start when Tech welcomes UL Lafayette this weekend.

Cut 20 (19) “…gets this week.”

The Cajuns are 4-and-1 and sit atop the Sun Belt West after a last-second 23-20 win over Arkansas State on Saturday.

Preseason basketball has arrived. The Pelicans tip off against the Thunder in OKC tonight at 7. It will be the first Pels action for new head coach Jamahl Mosley and free agent addition Bennedict Mathurin.

On Thursday, we will finally get a full look at Will Wade’s LSU basketball roster as the Tigers head to Lake Charles to face McNeese in an exhibition game.

Not the outcome “Who Dat” nation was looking for last night as Atlanta easily defeated the Saints 45 to 24 on a night where the city celebrated the 20^th anniversary of the team returning to the Superdome following Hurricane Katrina.

A lot of excitement before the game, with a stirring National Anthem performance by Irma Thomas, who also performed the national anthem at the Domecoming game 20 years earlier. That was followed by Steve Gleason leading the sellout crowd in the “Who Dat” chant.

It took the Falcons three plays to take the crowd right out of the game, with Bijan (Bih-ZHON) Robinson scoring on a 59-yard run. Coach Kellen Moore is disappointed his team laid an egg under those circumstances

Cut 11 (14) “…to catch up.”

The Saints are 1-and-3 and host undefeated Minnesota this Sunday.

The LSU Tigers are four and one and heading to Kentucky looking to go 2-and-1 in the SEC. Coach Lane Kiffin has been impressed with how quickly this team has come together…

Cut 17 (18) “….a year ago”

The Tigers are eight and half point favorites to beat the Wildcats.

Louisiana Tech is getting ready to play its first ever Sun Belt home game and it will come against the four and one Ragin Cajuns. Head Coach Sonny Cumbie…

Cut 19 (15) “…lost one game”

Cumbie says Blake Baker will start at quarterback as Trey Kukuk (Q-kuhk) injured his ankle in the win over Army.

The Saints-Falcons rivalry returns on Monday Night Football tonight, but more than just a key divisional game, the night will honor the Domecoming – when the team returned to the Superdome post-Hurricane Katrina. Saints’ radio voice, Mike Hoss, was a fan in the stands when Steve Gleason blocked the game’s first punt and remembers the eruption of emotion inside the Superdome…

Cut 7 (09) “…once.”

Former Saints head coach Sean Payton famously told his team in the night would only be special if they won. For New Orleans to win tonight, they will need to stop Falcons running back Bijan Robinson. Defensive end Cam Jordan says all you can do is hope to slow him down.

Cut 17 (19) “…than positives.”

LSU beat McNeese 63-14  in the Tigers’ final non-conference game of the season. Freshman d-tackle Deuce Geralds continued to shine, picking up his fifth sack of the season and rushing for a touchdown. He says it was a special moment.

Cut 20 (14) “…of my life.”

UL Lafayette won a back-and-forth game over Arkansas State 23-20 to open Sun Belt play. Kicker Tony Sterner hit a 37-yard field goal as time expired to help the Cajuns improve to 4-and-1. Head coach Michael Desormeaux says he was the difference.

Cut 21 (13) “…in the game.”

Louisiana Tech improved to 2-and-2 with a big 31-29 win over Army and will host the Cajuns on Saturday in its Sun Belt debut.

The Saints host the Falcons tonight to commemorate the 20^th anniversary of the first game back in the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina.  New Orleans won the game 22-3 and it featured the greatest play in Saints regular season history, Steve Gleason’s blocked punt for a touchdown. The Voice of the Saints Mike Hoss, says it was  defining moment in the city’s recovery…

Cut 8 (13) “….pivotal moment

Saints quarterback Tyler Shough was just six years old at the time. He says Coach Kellen Moore showed the team a video about post-Katrina rebirth…

Cut 16 (18) “…coming up”

As expected LSU easily defeated McNeese 63-14 on Saturday night. Quarterback Sam Leavitt threw three touchdown passes, two of them went to freshmen and back-up receiver Corey Barber. Backup running backs Harlem Berry and Stacy Gage combined for 235 yards rushing and three touchdowns. Coach Lane Kiffin…

Cut 18 (15) “…do somethings”

10^th ranked LSU is at Kentucky. The Wildcats are off to a 4-1 start under first year head coach Will Stein.

Tony Sterner hit two field goals in the fourth quarter including a 37-yarder as time expired as the Ragin Cajuns defeated Arkansas State 23-20 in the Sun Belt opener.

Louisiana Tech outscored Army 31 to 29 and ULM’s struggles continue as the Warhawks lost to South Alabama 52 to 35.

LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt played through a hamstring injury against Texas A&M last week, but coach Lane Kiffin said that he would be cautious playing him against McNeese tomorrow. With the Tigers favored by over 50 points, LSU Radio sideline reporter Gordy Rush says he shouldn’t play at all.

Cut 9 (14)  “…next week.”

Rough injury news out of Saints practice today: linebackers Pete Werner, Kaden Elliss, Carl Granderson and Anfernee Jennings were all out with lower-body injuries for a second straight day. A pair of rookies, wide receiver Barion Brown and defensive tackle Christen Miller, were both limited as they look to return after being sidelined last week. Safety Julian Blackmon was upgraded to a full participant after being limited with a calf injury.

The Saints will have one more practice tomorrow before hosting the Falcons on Monday Night Football for the 20^th anniversary of their return to the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina.

There is a full slate of college football games around the state tomorrow

Grambling kicks the day off by hosting Alcorn State for homecoming at 2:00. The Tigers will again be without starting quarterback RJ Johnson.

At 6 p.m., Southern will welcome Arkansas Pine Bluff for its homecoming game, ULM kicks off its Sun Belt schedule at South Alabama, Nicholls visits Houston Christian, and Northwestern State heads to Lamar.

At 6: 30, Louisiana Tech welcomes Army to Joe Aillet Stadium. Bulldogs starting quarterback Blake Baker is questionable to return from a fractured hand.

And at 7, UL Lafayette kicks off its conference schedule with an important Sun Belt West showdown against Arkansas State. Cajuns star wide receiver Shelton Sampson was medically cleared to play last week but did not after participating in warmups. He could make his return against the Red Wolves.

With thunderstorms expected in the afternoon and evening, state climatologist Jay Grimes says kickoffs in Baton Rouge and Lafayette could be delayed or at least dampened.

Cut 4 (11) “…way it looks.”

LSU hosts McNeese tomorrow at 6. A lot of young talent could make appearances against the Cowboys, as coach Lane Kiffin expressed concerns about keeping the starters healthy. Redshirt freshman safety Jhase Thomas made his first start last week and says he was able to get advice from a lot of veterans on the LSU defense as he prepared to face the Aggies.

Cut 18 (16) “…get myself prepared.”

The Tigers and Cowboys are scheduled to kick off at 6:45 in Tiger Stadium.

The Saints will be without running back Travis Etienne for at least the next four weeks after he was placed on injured reserve. Head coach Kellen Moore says the team will turn to Lavin Kamara and Kendre Miller.

Cut 21 (10) “…these guys.”

New Orleans signed former Ole Miss running back Ulysses Bentley to the practice squad.

Former LSU Heisman winner Jayden Daniels has been ruled out for the Commanders’ matchup with the Colts on Sunday. It is the second straight week Daniels will be sidelined with a dislocated left elbow. He chose not to have surgery on the elbow and plans to wear a brace so he can come back as soon as possible.

Louisiana Tech returns from the bye week with a home game against Army. Bulldogs coach Sonny Cumbie did not confirm whether starting quarterback Blake Baker would be back from a fractured throwing hand he suffered against LSU. Trey Kukuk started against Baylor, and Cumbie says the offense is the same no matter who is under center.

Cut 20 (15) “…of the football.”

Kickoff in Joe Aillet Stadium is at 6:30.

UL Lafayette and ULM both open Sun Belt play tomorrow. The Warhawks head to South Alabama to face the Jaguars at 6, and the Ragin’ Cajuns host Arkansas State at 7.

In the Southland, Northwestern State goes on the road to face Lamar, and Nicholls visits Houston Christian at 6.

In SWAC play, Grambling hosts Alcorn State at 2:00, and Southern welcomes Arkansas-Pine Bluff at 6:00.

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser is back from a trip to Japan, where he fed Japanese people gumbo and Tabasco ice cream.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Louisiana Board of Regents member Wilbert Pryor made waves when he suggested that ULL, ULM and Louisiana Tech drop down from the FBS to the FCS to reduce athletics costs, as all three schools are 10s of millions in the red. He told KSLA-TV in Shreveport that he did not expect as much fan pushback as he has received for his comments in a closed budget meeting. Some fans have gone as far as to support an online petition asking for Pryor’s resignation from the board.

The Saints are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the “Domecoming” against the Falcons on Monday. Although kickoff is not until 7:15, the celebration begins at 4:00 in Champions Square, where Steve Gleason’s new music album, “Rebirth,” will debut. Shirin Braden, the VP of brand strategy for the Saints, says Irma Thomas will sing the national anthem, and Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue will headline a halftime show featuring Eric Church, Kirk Franklin, Juvenile and Cyril and Ivan Neville.

Cut 11 (08) “…to the dome.”

Just over a month away from the November 3rd election, the U.S. Senate race between Julia Letlow and Jamie Davis is in the final stretch. Letlow was believed to be the heavy favorite, but the only two opinion polls publicly released during the campaign show her leading by only four percentage points. Davis’s campaign commissioned both polls, and he says the margin in the latter poll was the response before respondents were told of the candidates’ backgrounds.

Cut 15 (07) “…a plus-nine.”

Letlow calls it a bogus poll