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What a start to the season for the Saints as they scored a franchise record 47 points in a season opener and crushed NFC South rival Carolina 47 to 10. Quarterback Derek Carr threw three touchdown passes and the offense scored on its first nine possessions. Alvin Kamara rushed for 83 yards and a score. A-K says they did a great job of executing new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak’s offense

Cut 19 (13) “….worried about so” 

The Saints will face a tougher test this Sunday when they visit the Cowboys in Arlington, Texas. Dallas had a convincing 33-17 win over Cleveland yesterday.

In his first NFL game, Jayden Daniels rushed for two touchdowns but the Commanders still lost to the Buccaneers 37-20. Washington released former kicker Cade York, who missed two field goals.

 

In LSU’s 44-21 win over Nicholls, the Tigers only ran it 21 times for 68 yards. Coach Brian Kelly said they ended up changing out of a lot of run plays at the line of scrimmage, because Nicholls had more defenders near the line of scrimmage than they could block. Kelly still has faith in his ground game and if the Gamecocks this Saturday try to defend the pass, they’ll hit them with run…

Cut 15 (16) “…situations”

LSU-South Carolina will kick off at 11 AM this Saturday. ESPN’s College Gameday will be there. The Tigers next home game against UCLA on September 21st will kick off at 2:30 or 3:15.

 

The Ragin Cajuns next game will be against Tulane on the 21st and that game will be played at 11 AM at Cajun Field. ESPN-U will televise the game. U-L Lafayette is off to a 2-and-0 start after beating Kennesaw State 34-10.

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The Saints were clicking on all cylinders in yesterday’s season opener as they crushed the Carolina Panthers 47 to 10. New Orleans scored on its first nine possessions. Quarterback Derek Carr threw three touchdown passes and running back Alvin Kamara rushed for 83 yards and a touchdown. Kamara has been in New Orleans long enough to remember when the Saints had one of the best offenses in the NFL and is pleased to see a return to their high scoring ways…

Cut 27 (10) “…. exciting”

The Saints will face a more difficult test this Sunday when they face the Dallas Cowboys, who easily beat the Browns 33-17 yesterday.

Elsewhere in the NFC South, Tampa Bay topped Washington 37 to 20 in Jaiden Daniels NFL debut. The Heisman trophy winning LSU quarterback threw for 184 yards and rushed for 88 yards and two scores.

Atlanta lost to Pittsburgh 18 to 10.

LSU beat Nicholls 44 to 21 on Saturday, but only rushed for 68 yards and averaged just three point two yards a carry. Garrett Nussmeier threw for 302 yards and six touchdowns, but Coach Brian Kelly is looking for more balance…

Cut 18 (10) “…. don’t want to talk about”

The Tigers are at South Carolina this Saturday. The Gamecocks have played well on defense through two games.

ULM is off to a 2-and-0 start after a dominating 32-6 win over the UAB Blazers. The Warhawks defense held the Blazers to 259 total yards and forced three turnovers and that includes a 30-yard interception return for a touchdown by Carlin Vigers from Eunice. Coach Bryant Vincent says they beat UAB in every phase…

Cut  16 (14)   “…more discpline.

ULM is off this Saturday and on September 21st they’ll visit second ranked Texas.

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It was an absolutely dominating performance by the Saints yesterday as New Orleans crushed the Carolina Panthers 47 to 10. The 47 points are the most points the Saints have ever scored in a season opener. A 59-yard touchdown pass from Derek Carr to Rashid Shaheed on the first drive of the game set the tone. Carr threw three touchdown passes. Alvin Kamara also had a rushing touchdown. The defense had four sacks and three turnovers. Coach Dennis Allen was not pleased with the ten penalties, but he’ll take the win…

Cut 20 (14) “…do better”

The Saints will visit the Cowboys in Dallas next Sunday. Former Haughton High star Dak Prescott threw for 179 yards and a touchdown after agreeing to a four-year 240-million dollar contract prior to kickoff. Dallas defeated Cleveland 33 to 17.

It was a lot closer than expected; but nonetheless, LSU earned its first victory of 2024 by beating Nicholls, 44-21 on Saturday. Nicholls actually pulled to within two early in the third quarter on a 67-yard touchdown run by Colin Guggenheim, but the Colonels would get no closer. The Tigers scored 21 unanswered points to put the game away. After the game, LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly said the short week exposed some flaws in the team’s game.

Cut 17 (17) “…a long week.”

LSU will now get ready for the SEC opener this Saturday at South Carolina. They also have to prepare for playing without their best defensive tackle, Jacobian Guillory is done for the season with a torn achilles tendon.

The Ragin Cajuns and Warhawks enjoyed blowout victories to improve to 2-and-0, while Tulane, Southeastern Louisiana, Northwestern State and McNeese all lost.

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Tomorrow marks the start of the 100th season of football in Tiger Stadium and it’s the first time Nicholls State has ever played the Tigers in football. Colonels Coach Tim Rebowe says his team is looking forward to running onto the field at Death Valley.

Cut 13 (10) “…the flagship school” 

Nicholls is coming off a loss to Louisiana Tech, while LSU lost by a touchdown to USC last Sunday. Despite the loss, senior defensive end Sai’vion Jones had a breakout game against the Trojans with two sacks and five tackles. Jones says he can’t let one game get to his head…

Cut 17 (17) “…be consistent.”

Kick off on Saturday night is at 6:30.

The Ragin Cajuns will look to improve to 2-and-0 on Saturday when they face Conference USA newcomer Kennesaw State. In its first-ever game as an FBS member, the Owls lost to UTSA 27-16 last night.

ULM will try to go 2-and-0 on the season when the Warhawks host UAB. First meeting between these two schools since 1999.

In other action…McNeese visits Texas A-and-M, Northwestern State hosts Prairie View looking for its first win since November 2022, Grambling faces Tuskegee in the school’s first home night game in six years, Southeastern Louisiana is at Southern Miss and Tulane takes on 17th ranked Kansas State.

The Saints kick off the season on Sunday at noon in the Dome against the Panthers. Quarterback Derek Carr feels good about new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak’s offense…

Cut 28 (07) “…do it”

The Saints are 3.5 point favorites to win.

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After a tough loss to USC, 18th ranked LSU will host Nicholls State in its home opener on Saturday night. Tight end Mason Taylor says it’s important to not let one loss derail their season as they can still play for an SEC Championship or get in the 12-team playoff…

Cut  16 (13)   “…for the challenge.

 

The season ending injury to LSU running back John Emery has resulted in the Tigers coaching staff moving freshman JuJuan Johnson from safety to running back. Johnson was Louisiana’s Mr. Football in 2023 as he finished off a legendary career at Lafayette Christian.

 

It’s the first Friday night of the high school football season and there are several big games on tap. Acadiana visits Ruston as the Bearcats begin defense of their Division One non-select state championship game. Two teams that won state championships are meeting tonight in Shreveport as Oak Grove travels across the state to take on Calvary Baptist.

 

After a 40-to-10 win at home to open the season, the Ragin Cajuns are on the road tomorrow to face Kennesaw State. U-L Lafayette Coach Michael Desormeaux is interested to see how his team handles success, because they didn’t handle it well last year…

Cut 19 (19) “….play well” 

Kick-off is at 6 PM.

 ULM is also trying to improve to 2-and-0 as it hosts UAB.

 

The Saints are looking to start the season off with a victory as they host the Panthers. New Orleans has won five straight regular season openers. That’s the longest streak in the NFL.

 Jayden Daniels makes his NFL debut as the Commanders are at Tampa and Malik Nabers and the New York Giants will take on Jordan Jefferson and the Vikings.

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Mr. Football in 2023 is getting a chance to be a running back for the LSU Tigers. Former Lafayette Christian star Ju’Juan Johnson is the state’s all-time passing leader in Louisiana high school history and he’s also electric with the ball in his hands. With LSU losing John Emery to a season-ending ACL injury, the Tigers are down to three scholarship running backs. Coach Brian Kelly is giving Johnson a look at running back and he might see some carries on Saturday night against Nicholls.

Based on Sunday’s performance against the Trojans, it appears LSU’s defense is better this season. Tigers Defensive end Sai’vion Jones says new defensive coordinator Blake Baker has made a big difference …

Cut 18 (17)  “…a lot of trust in him.”

 

After beating Grambling State 40-10 last Saturday, the Ragin Cajuns hit the road this Saturday to take on Kennesaw State. Coach Michael Desormeaux says he wants to see his team tackle better to start the game…

Cut 20 (12) :,,,,one on one tackles”

Kick off is at 6 PM.

ULM hosts UAB. Warhawks Coach Bryant Vincent is a former offensive coordinator and interim head coach for the Blazers.

Northwestern State hosts Prairie View. The Demons are looking for their first win since November of 2022. Southeastern is at Southern Miss, Grambling hosts Tuskegee, Southern hosts Savannah State, McNeese visits Texas A-and-M and Tulane hosts 17th ranked Kansas State for an 11 AM Kick off.

 

Tonight is the first Friday night of high school football regular season…a big one tonight in Ruston as the defending Division One non-select champs host Acadiana.

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LSU starting safety Jardin Gilbert will miss the first half of Saturday night’s game against Nicholls because of a targeting penalty called against him in Sunday’s loss to USC. Also, starting safety Jordan Allen is dealing with turf toe. Coach Brian Kelly says he’s preparing to get freshman Dashawn Spears and redshirt freshman Kylin Jackson on the field more this Saturday…

Cut 17 (15) “…as well”

Running back John Emery announced his Instagram that he had surgery today on his torn ACL.

McNeese State is at Texas A-and-M on Saturday and starting quarterback Clifton McDowell is questionable because of an unspecified injury. If McDowell can’t play, redshirt freshman Kamden Sixkiller, would get the start. He saw against Southern and was 9 of 19 for 80 yards.

ULM is home for a second consecutive week to begin the season as the Warhawks host UAB on Saturday night at 6 PM. Eleven-thousand fans were at the game last Thursday against Jackson State. Coach Bryan Vincent wants a much larger crowd for this Saturday night’s home game against the Blazers…

Cut 19 (14) “….ready to play” 

Vincent is familiar with UAB He was on the Blazers coaching staff as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach from 2018 to 2021 and he served as an interim coach in 2022.

Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore was listed as full participant at practice today. He was limited on Wednesday due to a hip injury that he sustained during the early days of training camp. But linebacker Willie Gay and offensive lineman Nick Saldiveri continue to be limited by injuries as the team prepares for Sunday’s season opener against Carolina.

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LSU has lost running back John Emery to a season-ending ACL injury, but cornerback Zy Alexander will likely make his return from an ACL injury he suffered last October when the Tigers host Nicholls on Saturday night. Coach Brian Kelly says they plan to ease Alexander in

Cut  16 (16)   “…corner position.

Northwestern State hosts Prairie View. The Demons are looking for their first win since November 5th, 2022. Left Tackle Stevie Ballard…

Cut 30 (09) “…get that win”

Kick off in Turpin Stadium is at 6 PM.

ULM is home for a second consecutive week to begin the season as the Warhawks host UAB on Saturday night at 6 PM. Eleven-thousand fans were at the game last Thursday against Jackson State. Coach Bryan Vincent wants a much larger crowd for this Saturday night’s home game against the Blazers…

Cut 19 (14) “….ready to play” 

Vincent is familiar with UAB He was on the Blazers coaching staff as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach from 2018 to 2021 and he served as an interim coach in 2022.

The Saints are preparing to face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday in the regular season opener. Carolina is led by a first-year coach. During the offseason the Panthers spent 150-million dollars to improve their offensive line by signing guards Robert Hunt and Damien Lewis. Lewis is a former LSU Tiger and Hunt played for the Ragin Cajuns.

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LSU’s leading rusher in last Sunday’s loss to USC, John Emery, is out for the season after tearing his A-C-L in practice during a non-contact drill. Emery, who spent the offseason rehabbing a torn ACL in his right knee suffered last November, was one of four scholarship running backs on the roster. The others are Josh Williams, Kaleb Jackson and freshman Caden Durham. Wilson Alexander covers the LSU Tigers for the Advocate and says Durham will likely make his LSU debut on Saturday night against Nicholls…

Cut  30 (10) “..Caden Durham.”

In his first start since being AL Rookie Pitcher of the Month, former Ragin Cajuns star Spencer Arrighetti got lit up last night as he allowed nine runs in two-thirds of an inning as the Astros lost to the Reds 12-5.

The Saints are preparing for Sunday’s season opener against the Carolina Panthers. Even though Carolina is a divisional opponent, there is a bit of an unknown about the Panthers since they have a new head coach in Dave Canales. Canales was previously the Buccaneers offensive coordinator. Coach Dennis Allen says in-game adjustments will be a key on Sunday…

Cut 20 (17) “…when we need to.”

Kick off on Sunday is at noon.

ULM won its season opener over Jackson State, but the oddsmakers do not have the Warhawks winning a second straight game this Saturday at home against UAB. Warhawks Coach Bryant Vincent says they’ve accepted the underdog role…

Cut 18 (20)  “…Saturday night.”

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Multiple media outlets are reporting LSU running back John Emery will likely miss the rest of the season after tearing his A-C-L in his knee. Emery rushed for a team high 61 yards in LSU’s loss to USC on Sunday and the injury was reportedly sustained at practice on Tuesday. The Advocate’s Wilson Alexander broke the story and says Emery was poised to have a big season…

Cut 13 (09) “…burst”

Emery’s injury leaves LSU with just three scholarship running backs on the roster.

LSU Coach Brian Kelly has received heat for saying USC quarterback Miller Moss outplayed LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier. On Tuesday Kelly clarified those comments by saying Nussmeier played well, but Moss made more plays at the end…

Cut 19 (14) “…”308 yards

Just four days to go before the Saints open their season against the Carolina Panthers at the Superdome. Saints star running back Alvin Kamara says Week 1 will set the tone for the season.

Cut  16 (08)   “…work to do?

The first injury report of the regular season came out today and it showed cornerback Marshawn Lattimore and linebacker Willie Gay as limited participants at today’s practice.

ULM is getting ready to Host UAB on Saturday night…The Warhawks are not expected to improve 2-and-0. Coach Bryant Vincent…

Cut 18 (20) “…Saturday night”

Kick off is at 6 PM at Malone Stadium.