Tough loss for the Saints on Sunday as a 58-yard field goal with two seconds left results in a 26 to 24 defeat to their biggest rival the Atlanta Falcons. The Saints defense did not allow an offensive touchdown, but the Dirty Birds scored touchdowns on a muffed punt and a pick six. New Orleans Cornerback Paulson Adebo…

Cut 15 (04) “….drawing board”

New Orleans is at Kansas City a week from Monday.

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier threw for a career-high 409 yards in the Tigers 42-10 win over South Alabama on Saturday. Nussmeier threw two touchdown passes and had two rushing touchdowns. He also had two interceptions, the second one drew the ire of Coach Brian Kelly who got in the face of Nuss and let him know he made a poor decision. Garrett was fine with it…

Cut 17 (11) “…what I did”

The Tigers are off this Saturday and host Ole Miss on October 12^th.

The ULM Warhawks are 3-and-1 for the first time since 2014 after going on the road and defeating two-time Sun Belt Conference Champion Troy 13 to 9. The only touchdown of the game came in the fourth quarter on Ahmad Hardy’s one-yard touchdown run. Coach Bryant Vincent says his team is believing they can win anywhere…

Cut 19 (19) “….put it together.”  

The Warhawks will host undefeated James Madison on Sunday.

The Cajuns Ben Woolridge and Tulane’s Darian Mensah are two of eight FBS quarterbacks recognized by the Manning Award as  “Stars of the Week. Both threw for three touchdowns on Saturday as U-L defeated Wake Forest 41 to 38 and Tulane routed South Florida 45 to 10.

After knocking off Weber State for its third straight win, McNeese is ranked in the Top 25, 22^nd in the STATS FCS Poll and 24^th in the coaches poll.

Brutal loss for the Saints in Atlanta on Sunday as the Falcons kicked a 58-yard field goal with two seconds left for a 26 to 24 win over New Orleans. It’s the second straight loss for quarterback Derek Carr and the Saints…

Cut 13 (10)  “…they sting”

New Orleans is now 2-and-2 and tied with the Falcons for second place in the NFC South. Tampa Bay is 3-and-1 after beating the Eagles yesterday.

LSU set the tone against South Alabama as early as early as can be, scoring on the first offensive play of the game and cruising to a 42-10 win at Death Valley. The opening score came on a 71-yard catch and run by freshman Caden Durham. Head Coach Brian Kelly says it was a great play call by Offensive Coordinator Joe Sloan.

Cut 16 (11)   “…hadn’t run before.”

Durham left the game with a foot injury, but Kelly says it’s not serious.

Louisiana Tech dropped its conference opener as the offense continues to struggle, despite the defense keeping them in games. FIU defeated the Bulldogs 17 to 10. But Coach Sonny Cumbie was encouraged by the play of quarterback Evan Bullock, who was making his first start. Bullock threw for 217 yards and Cumbie says he led the offense well…

Cut 20 (14) “…our conference” 

Tech doesn’t play again until October 10th at home against Middle Tennessee.

It was a much better Saturday for several other Louisiana schools. ULM defeated Troy in its Sun Belt opener to improve to 3-and-1. U-L Lafayette took down a Power Four school as the Cajuns outscored Wake Forest 41 to 38. Ben Woolridge threw three touchdowns, two of them went to Lance Legendre.

McNeese upended 25^th ranked Weber State 28 to 26 to improve to 4-and-2. Grambling lost in five overtime to Prairie View A-and-M. Tarleton State topped Southeastern Louisiana 36 to 33 and Southeast Missouri state blanked Northwestern State 19 to 0. Tulane trounced South Florida 45 to 10.

LSU is about a three touchdown favorite heading into Saturday night’s matchup with South Alabama out of the Sun Belt Conference. The Jaguars are 2-and-2 and they’ve scored 135 points in their last two games, which has the attention of Coach Brian Kelly and the players…

Cut 7 (08) “…they have.”

South Alabama averages 48 points a game and averages 7.6 yards a play.

Saints linebacker Demario Davis has been ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Falcons. It’s the first time the 13-year vet will miss an NFL game due to an injury. The Pro Bowler will miss the game because of a hamstring injury. Offensive guard Cesar Ruiz will also miss Sunday’s game because of a knee injury. That means the Black and Gold are missing two starters on the o-line for this NFC South matchup.

Louisiana Tech begins Conference USA play on Saturday as they visit F-I-U. The Bulldogs have scored just eight offensive touchdowns in three games. Coach Sonny Cumbie admits players on offense are pressing to make big plays happen…

Cut 18 (18)  “…good players.”

No word on who will start at quarterback. Jack Turner and Evan Bullock competed in practice this week to see who would be Q-B-1.

In other action on Saturday….the Ragin Cajuns will visit Wake Forest. Former Louisiana Tech Q-B Hank Bachmeier is the starting Q-B for the Demon Deacons.

ULM kicks off Sun Belt play by visiting Troy. The Trojans are two time defending Sun Belt champs

Grambling begins SWAC play as they will face Prairie View A-and-M in the Sate Fair Classic on Saturday night in Dallas.

A lot of points could be scored in Tiger Stadium on Saturday night when LSU hosts South Alabama. The Jaguars are averaging 48 points a game and averaging 7.6 yards a play and the Tigers have a problem when it comes to giving up big plays. Coach Brian Kelly is asking his defense to play fundamentally sound, especially in the secondary…

Cut 8 (09) “….better back there”

Kick off is at 6:45.

Louisiana Tech begins Conference USA play tomorrow as they visit F-I-U. The Bulldogs are 1-and-2 after losing at home to Tulsa last Saturday. Tech Coach Sonny Cumbie still feels good about his team…

Cut 19 (19)  “…put it together.”

Kick off is at 5 PM central time.

The final injury report for Sunday’s Saints-Falcons game will be released later today and we’ll see if New Orleans will be down two starting offensive linemen. We already know starting center Eric McCoy will miss the game and quarterback Derek Carr expects others will step up…

Cut 16 (09) “….in there playing”

Starting guard Cesar Ruiz might also miss Sunday’s game. He has not practiced this week because of a knee injury.

In high school football…impressive win for Catholic High of New Iberia last night as the Panthers defeated Notre Dame 42-28. Luke Landry tossed five touchdown passes.

Tonight, in New Iberia, it’s Westgate hosting Teurlings Catholic in a battle of unbeatens. Also, Pineville is at Leesville, West Monroe visits Catholic of Baton Rouge, Alexandria Senior High is at Opelousas, and St. Thomas More visits Neville.

The Saints will not have their alpha dog on offense for this Sunday’s game at Atlanta. Offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak referred to Erick McCoy as the offense’s alpha dog when he met with the media yesterday. McCoy is out at least the next six weeks with a groin injury. Lucas Patrick or Shane Lemieux, who was elevated from the practice squad this week could replace McCoy at center. Quarterback Derek Carr was asked about the situation…

Cut 17 (15) “…things like that”

And the Saints could be without one of their starting guards for Sunday’s game at Atlanta. Cesar Ruiz missed a second straight practice with a knee injury, but running back Alvin Kamara returned to practice yesterday after missing Wednesday’s workout with injuries to his hip and ribs.

The LSU Tigers will face a South Alabama team on Saturday night that’s scored 135 points in its last two games. Coach Brian Kelly says quarterback Gio Lopez can run it and throw it and the Jaguars leading rusher Fluff Bothwell is averaging nearly ten yards a carry…

Cut 20 (18) “…extremely efficient” 

South Alabama is averaging 48 points a game and averaging 7.6 yards a play.

In other action on Saturday…Tulane hosts South Florida for an 11 AM kick-off. The Ragin Cajuns will be at Wake Forest. Louisiana Tech begins Conference USA play with a road test at F-I-U. U-L-M kicks off Sun Belt play as the Warhawks visit Troy. Grambling and Prairie View A-and-M renew their rivalry in Dallas on Saturday night.

The Saints are preparing to face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday without starting center Erik McCoy who is expected to miss six to eight weeks after undergoing surgery on his groin. McCoy has been called the glue of the O-line Coach Dennis Allen says McCoy will be missed, but they have others who can step up…

Cut 17 (17) “…absence .”

Veteran Lucas Patrick is expected to replace McCoy at center.

Tonight’s Thursday night NFL game is the Dallas Cowboys at the New York Giants. Former LSU star Malik Nabers is off to a fantastic start with the Giants as he’s second in the NFL in catches with 23. The Cowboys and Dak Prescott could use a win as Dallas is off to a 1-and-2 start. Kick-off is at 7:15.

Freshman Ahmad Breaux is starting on LSU’s defensive line after spending last year as a defensive end for Ruston High School. Breaux helped the Bearcats win a state championship and then he added 35 pounds of muscle so that he can play defensive tackle for the Tigers. Breaux is listed at 285 pounds, but believes he plays much bigger, because of what he’s learned from D-Line coach Bo Davis…

Cut 19 (18) :,,,play like on”

LSU hosts South Alabama on Saturday.

LSU gymnastics received a huge commitment today as US Olympic gold medalist Hezly Rivera committed to the Tigers. The 16-year-old Rivera visited LSU this past weekend and announced her college decision today. Rivera was not selected to compete during the Team final, but she did compete on bean and uneven bars. Rivera will not graduate high school until 2026, so it will be awhile before she competes for LSU.

Saints Coach Dennis Allen says starting Pro Bowl center Erik McCoy is headed to injured reserve because of a groin injury that requires surgery. It’s been reported McCoy will miss six to eight weeks. Allen is not providing a timetable, but in the meantime, the team needs to keep pushing forward…

Cut 16 (15)   “…with it”

New Orleans is at Atlanta on Sunday.

The injury to Jacobian Guillory has given freshman Ahmad Breaux a chance to start on LSU’s defensive line. Breaux was a star defensive end at Ruston High last season and gained 35 pounds, so he can play defensive tackle…

Cut 18(18) “…few months”

The Cajuns will be at Wake Forest on Saturday. U-L Lafayette is coming off a loss to Tulane, where they gave up 272 rushing yards. Coach Michael Desormeaux expects the Demon Deacons to run the football…

Cut 20 (18) “…help em too” 

Wake Forest is 1-and-2. The Demon Deacons quarterback is former La Tech Q-B Hank Bachmeier.

The LSU men’s basketball team has begun practice for the upcoming season. Coach Matt McMahon is entering his third season. The Tigers were 17-and=16 and 9-and-9 in the SEC last year. McMahon says the goal this year is to get into the Big Dance…

Cut 29 (17) “…for us”

Saints Coach Dennis Allen says starting Pro Bowl center Erik McCoy is headed to injured reserve because of a groin injury that requires surgery. It’s been reported McCoy will miss six to eight weeks. Allen is not providing a timetable, but in the meantime, the team needs to keep pushing forward…

Cut 16 (15)   “…with it”

It’s expected veteran Lucas Patrick will start at center and Landon Young could play guard. He’s been a tackle in his three seasons in the NFL.

New Orleans is at Atlanta on Sunday and they are still recovering from last Sunday’s loss to the Eagles. Running back Alvin Kamara, right guard Cesar Ruiz. Linebacker Demario Davis and cornerback Alontae Taylor all missed practice yesterday.

Tonight’s NFL game is the Cowboys at the Giants. Former LSU Tiger Malik Nabors is off to a fantastic start for New York. This is a big game for Dak Prescott and Dallas, who have lost their last two.

The injury to veteran defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory has given freshman Ahmad Breaux a chance to start on LSU’s defensive line. Breaux was a defensive end for the Ruston Bearcats last season, a state champion football team. With LSU short on defensive tackles, Breaux was asked to beef up so they can move him to the interior…

Cut 18 (18)  “…for months.”

The Ragin Cajuns will be at Wake Forest on Saturday. U-L Lafayette is coming off a loss to Tulane, where they gave up 272 rushing yards. Cajuns Coach Michael Desormeaux expects the Demon Deacons to run the football…

Cut 20 (18) “…help em too” 

The Saints will not have their starting center for possibly the next two months Eric McCoy underwent surgery to repair his injured groin and is headed for injured reserve. WWL Radio Saints analyst Mike Detillier says McCoy is the glue of the Saints offensive line…

Cut 17 (12) “…Erick McCoy

Nine players were listed on today’s injury report, including guard Cesar Ruiz, running back Alvin Kamara, linebacker Demario Davis and cornerback Alontae Taylor. Taylor’s absence was due to an illness, while Davis has a hamstring injury and Kamara is bothered by injuries to hips and ribs. New Orleans is at Atlanta on Sunday.

LSU infielder Daniel Dickinson is ranked 12^th in the MLB Pipeline Top 20 College Prospects. The transfer from Utah Valley hit .369 over the last two seasons.

Saturday’s LSU-South Alabama game will be a homecoming for Jaguars coach Major Applewhite, who grew up in Baton Rouge and was a star quarterback at Catholic High. But Applewhite is treating his return to the Red Stick as an opportunity to go 3-and-2 on the season…

Cut 19 (22) “….good performance”  

Applewhite is in his first season as head coach of the Jaguars. He was the offensive coordinator for South Alabama in the two previous seasons.

Louisiana Tech coach Sonny Cumbie has yet to decide who will start at quarterback this Saturday in the Conference USA opener against FIU. Evan Bullock replaced starter Jack Turner in the fourth quarter in last Saturday’s overtime loss against Tulsa.

The Saints will not have their starting center for possibly the next two months Eric McCoy needed surgery to repair his injured groin. WWL Radio Saints analyst Mike Detillier says McCoy is the glue of the Saints offensive line…

Cut 17 (12) “…Erick McCoy

McCoy is a six-year starter and made the Pro Bowl for the first time last season. Veteran Lucas Patrick is expected to move from guard to center to replace McCoy, but it’s unclear who will play left guard, it will be either Oli Udoh or Landon Young.

The Houston Astros are champions of the N-L West for a fourth consecutive season as Houston wrapped up the division title with a four to three win over Seattle. Former LSU star Alex Bregman hit his 26^th home run of the season.

LSU infielder Daniel Dickinson is ranked 12^th in the MLB Pipeline Top 20 College Prospects. The transfer from Utah Valley hit .369 over the last two seasons.

LSU is a three-touchdown favorite to beat South Alabama on Saturday night inside Tiger Stadium. Jaguars Coach Major Applewhite on what it will take to pull off the upset…

Cut 20 (19) “….as a program”

South Alabama has struggled to defend the pass, allowing 272 yards a game through the air.

ULM begins Sun Belt play this Saturday with a road game at Troy, the back-to-back conference champs. The Warhawks rank 130th in passing offense, coach Bryant Vincent knows they can be better…

Cut 18 (14)  “…execute.”