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After starting the season 2-0, the Saints now have a three-game losing streak after losing to the Kansas Ciy Chiefs 26-13. Patrick Mahomes threw for a season-high 331 yards and New Orleans running back Alvin Kamara was held to 26 yards on 11 carries.

Saints quarterback Derek Carr threw for 185 yards, two touchdowns and an interception, but left the game in the fourth quarter with an oblique injury after taking a hit from a Chiefs defender…

Cut 20 (14) “…couldn’t

Carr will get an M-R-I on his injured oblique today.

The Buccaneers arrive in New Orleans today. They will play the Saints in the Superdome on Sunday, but Tampa has re-located its operations to the Big Easy because of Hurricane Milton, which is set to hit the Tampa Bay area as a major hurricane.

 

An LSU defense striving to improve, faces its biggest test on Saturday night when the 13th ranked Tigers take on ninth ranked Ole Miss. The Rebels rank second in the country in total offense, averaging 577 yards a game. LSU Coach Brian Kelly says one way to slow down Ole Miss, is to keep its offense off the field, which means LSU wants to win the time of possession

Cut 16 (16)   “…clear advantage.”

LSU would also have an advantage if Ole Miss receiver Tre Harris can’t play on Saturday. Harris injured his ankle in last Saturday’s win over South Carolina and Rebels coach Lane Kiffin doesn’t sound optimistic about Harris’ chances of playing on Saturday.

The Pelicans opened preseason play with a 106 to 104 win over Orlando yesterday. Zion Williamson had 16 points.

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There was no late lead to hold onto this time for the Saints. The Saints went into Arrowhead Stadium last night and got doubled up by the two-time defending Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs, 26-13. After the game, Coach Dennis Allen was not happy with his team’s performance.

Cut 19 (24) “….disappointed in that.”  

The Saints only had 46 yards rushing in this game. As Alvin Kamara was held to 26 yards on 11 carries.

New Orleans will be home this Sunday to face division rival Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers will arrive in the Crescent City today as they will prepare in New Orleans this week as Tampa Bay could receive a direct hit from Hurricane Milton.

When LSU played Ole Miss last year, the Tigers gave up a school record 706 yards in a 55 to 49 loss to the Rebels in Oxford. Coach Brian Kelly remembers why it was long day for his defense…

Cut 18 (18) “…one dimensional”

Ole Miss’ top receiver and one of the best receivers in the country, Tre Harris might not play in this game because of an ankle injury. LSU running back Caden Durham is practicing this week after suffering a foot injury in the win over South Alabama.

Ragin Cajuns linebacker Chandler Whitfield is the Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Week. He had four sacks in the win over Southern Miss.

Cornerback Laurence Sullivan had two interceptions in the Colonels blow out victory over Southern and Sullivan was named the Southland defensive player of the week.

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The Saints will look to snap a two-game losing streak tonight as they’ll face the 4-and-0 Kansas City Chiefs. New Orleans will not have one of its best playmakers on offense, Taysom Hill, and several starting offensive linemen. The Saints defense will have to contend with Patrick Mahomes. Defensive coordinator Joe Woods says Mahomes ability to keep plays alive is one of his best skills…

Cut 18 (14) “….what he does”

Kick-off is at 7:15.

After this game, the Saints will have a short week to get ready for Tampa Bay. Because of Hurricane Milton, the Buccaneers will fly to New Orleans tomorrow and will spend the week in the Crescent City preparing for Sunday’s game.

 

LSU Coach Brian Kelly says Caden Durham, CJ Daniels and Zy Alexander are all expected to practice this week as the Tigers prepare for the Ole Miss Rebels.

 

ULM is 2-and-0 in the Sun Belt and one of the biggest surprises in all of college football following its big win over James Madison on Saturday. Coach Bryant Vincent says Warhawk nation will come together again next Saturday night to host Southern Miss for homecoming…

Cut 19 (21) “….all come together.”  

 

The Ragin Cajuns won for the first time in Hattiesburg since 1993 as U-L Lafayette upended Southern Miss 23-13 on Saturday. The win snapped U-S-M’s 11-game home winning streak in the series. Coach Michael Desormeaux…

Cut 16 (11)   “…do that.”

The Cajuns host App State this Saturday.

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Big challenge for the Saints tonight as they face the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs in their home stadium. K-C is 4-and-0 and the Saints have lost their last two, failing to hold on to late leads. New Orleans Quarterback Derek Carr says the team is confident they can win close games…

Cut 14 (07) “…right now.”

The Saints will be without Taysom Hill, linebacker Pete Werner and several offensive linemen, which is not good news, considering the Chiefs have one of the best defensive linemen in Chris Jones. Kick off is at 7:15.

The LSU Tigers get back to work today to prepare for Saturday night’s SEC showdown against Ole Miss. The Rebels are ranked ninth after beating South Carolina 27 to 3. LSU held steady at 13 despite several upsets on Saturday involving teams ranked in the Top 10. The Rebels are a 2.5 point favorite. Kick off is at 6:30.

ULM is 2-and-0  and in first place in the Sun Belt Western Division after an upset win over James Madison. The Warhawks beat the Dukes 21-19 and will host Southern Miss at 4 PM this Saturday.

The Ragin Cajuns defeated Southern Miss on Saturday 23 to 13. The Cajuns defense was the story in this game as they held Southern Miss to 17 total yards in the final 30 minutes and pitched a shutout. Sophomore linebacker Cameron Whitfield had a school-record tying four sacks and forced a fumble. Coach Michael Desormeaux says the pressure on USM quarterback Tate Rodemaker was the key…

Cut 17 (20) “…by them.”

The Cajuns are back home this Saturday night against App State.

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ULM is 4-and-1 for the first time since 1993 after they shocked James Madison on Saturday night, pulling off a stunning 21 to 19 victory over the Dukes. J-M-U nearly had 400 yards of offense, but the Warhawks had a defensive touchdown, a long TD run by freshman Ahmad Hardy and Jake Godfrey caught a touchdown pass. Coach Bryant Vincent…

Cut 18 (10)  “…saw tonight.”

The Ragin Cajuns won for the first time in Hattiesburg since 1993 as U-L Lafayette upended Southern Miss 23-13 on Saturday. The win snapped U-S-M’s 11-game home winning streak in the series. Coach Michael Desormeaux…

Cut 16 (11)   “…do that.”

The Cajuns host App State this Saturday.

The Saints will look to snap a two-game losing streak tonight by getting a win in one of the toughest venues for opposing teams. New Orleans will take on Kansas City in Arrowhead Stadium at 7:15. Saints Quarterback Derek Carr is one and eight lifetime playing against the Chiefs in Kansas City…

Cut 15 (10) “…huge challenge.”

Taysom Hill will not play for the Saints. He’s dealing with fractured ribs. Linebacker Willie Gay, guard Cesar Ruiz, center Shane Lemieux and defensive end Payton Turner have also been ruled out.

In the Southland Conference on Saturday. McNeese gave up three touchdowns in the second quarter and lost to Houston Christian 43-22. Antonio Martin Junior rushed for 185 yards and two TDs as Southeastern defeated Texas A-and-M Commerce 21 to 9. Nicholls routed Southern 51 to 7 as Pat McQuaide tossed four touchdowns. And Stephen F Austin cruised past Northwestern State 59 to 17

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ULM will look to make a statement on Saturday night when they host James Madison. The Dukes are 4-and-0, while the Warhawks are 3-and-1 and coming off a victory over Troy to kick-off Sun Belt play.

U-L Lafayette begins Sun Belt action on Saturday versus Southern Miss. It’s the 55th meeting between the two schools and the Cajuns only victory in Hattiesburg came in 1989. Southern Miss is off to a rough start as they are 1-and-3. Cajuns Coach Michael Desormeaux says these are the games you need to win to win a Sun Belt title…

Cut 17 (15) “…probably out”

Louisiana Tech’s next game is Thursday at home against Middle Tennessee. Bulldogs Coach Sonny Cumbie is turning over offensive play calling duties to co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach Nathan Young.

The Saints face a tough test on Monday night as they’ll visit the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. K-C is 57-and-19 at home since 2015 and Coach Dennis Allen says Arrowhead Stadium is one of the best venues in the NFL…

Cut 19 (12) “…in that stadium”

The Chiefs are 4-and-0 this season and win for the Saints would put them in a three-way tie for first place in the NFC South with Tampa Bay and Atlanta.

In the Southland Conference on Saturday….McNeese will look to go 2-and-0 in conference play as the Cowboys visit Houston Christian. Southeastern Louisiana welcomes Texas A-and-M Commerce to Hammond for its conference opener. Northwestern State resumes its rivalry versus Stephen F Austin. These two schools are meeting for the first time since 2019. Nicholls is at Southern. The last time these two teams met was in 2002 and the game was won by Nicholls 21-13 in Baton Rouge.

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The Saints continue to prepare for their Monday night matchup with the two time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. It’s been a slow start to the season for the soon to be 35-year-old Travis Kelce. The future hall of fame tight end has just 15 catches in four games. Coach Dennis Allen says K-C likes to move Kelce around…

Cut 18 (30) “…pretty good”

Kelce might get some more opportunities with Kansas City’s top receiver Rashee Rice out  with a knee injury.

ULM is coming off a Sun Belt Conference opening win over Troy and now they get to host James Madison tomorrow night. The Dukes are 4-and-0. Warhawks coach Bryant Vincent is hoping for a big crowd on Saturday night….

Cut 20 (21) “….this town”

The first ever meeting between these two schools will kick off at 6 PM and E-S-P-N U will televise.

The Ragin Cajuns play their Sun Belt opener tomorrow night against 1-and-3 Southern Miss. U-L Lafayette is 3-and-1, but Coach Michael Desormeaux says a new season begins on Saturday night…

Cut 16 (14)   “…as well.”

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The Saints are back at practice getting ready for Monday night’s game against the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. K-C is 4-and-0, while the Saints are 2-and-2. Coach Dennis Allen’s team had the opportunity to be undefeated, but failed to hold on to late leads the last two weeks…

Cut 18 (20)  “…done that yet.”

Linebacker Willie Gay, right guard Cesar Ruiz and Taysom Hill did not practice yesterday. Allen says Hill has fractured ribs.

What a game in the NFL last night as Kirk Cousins threw for a career-high 509 yards and four touchdowns in the Falcons come from behind win to beat Tampa Bay in overtime.

 The Ragin Cajuns leave for Hattiesburg today for their Sun Belt opener tomorrow night against Southern Miss. U-L Lafayette is 3-and-1, but Coach Michael Desormeaux says a new season begins on Saturday night…

Cut 16 (14)   “…as well.”

ULM won its Sun Belt open last week against Troy, now the Warhawks will take on undefeated James Madison. Warhawks Coach Bryant Vincent says J-M-U presents a tough challenge for ULM’s offense…

Cut 19 (15) “….we do.”  

 In other action on Saturday, McNeese is at Houston Christian, Northwestern State resumes its rivalry against Stephen F Austin, Southeastern hosts Texas A-and-M Commerce and Nicholls is at Southern.

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Star wide receiver Davante Adams wants out of Las Vegas and New Orleans is reportedly on his wish list. But Adams top choice might be the Jets, so he can reunite with Aaron Rodgers. The two were great together in Green Bay. Locked on Saints Podcast host Ross Jackson says it’s far from a guarantee that he ends up in New Orleans…

Cut 18 (09)  “…for sure.”

ULM is preparing for a big football game on Saturday night against 4-and-0 James Madison. Warhawks Coach Bryant Vincent says northeast Louisiana needs to support this team…

Cut 16 (09) “….coming in”

James Madison is 4-and-0, while ULM is 3-and-1 after pulling off big road win over Troy to kick off Sun Belt play.

Through four games of the NFL season, LSU Heisman winning trophy quarterback Jayden Daniels has emerged as the NFL’s Offensive Rookie of the Year frontrunner. Daniels has led the Commanders to a 3-and-1 start and he’s completed 82-percent of his passes for nearly 900 yards. He’s also accounted for seven touchdowns, four of them on the ground. Tigers Coach Brian Kelly credits Daniels work ethic

Cut 19 (22) “….as well.”  

Has former LSU star Alex Bregman played his last game with the Houston Astros? Houston was swept in its best of three AL Wildcard series by the red-hot Detroit Tigers. Bregman is a free agent and it’s unknown if Houston can match is asking price.

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ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Las Vegas receiver Davante Adams wants to be traded, and New Orleans is one of his preferred destinations. NFL insiders say it will take a second-round pick and additional draft compensation to swing the trade.

If the Saints are interested, can they fit his salary under the salary cap? If Adams is dealt this week, he’s owed 13.5 million dollars for the rest of the season. According to the NFLPA’s salary cap database, the Saints only have 3.2 million dollars available in cap space. But Ross Jackson host of the Locked-on Saints Podcast says that should not prevent a trade with Las Vegas…

Cut 17 (18) “…that way.”

LSU defensive back Javien Toviano hasn’t played much this season. But Coach Brian Kelly says Toviano has been practicing at the Star position in their defense, which could allow him to see the field more…

Cut 20 (25) “…assignment correct” 

ULM has a tough assignment on Saturday night as the Warhawks will try to upset undefeated James Madsion. ULM is a 16.5-point underdog. The Ragin Cajuns are a two-touchdown favorite to go on the road and beat Southern Miss. Tulane also favorite by two touchdowns to beat U-A-B.