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Days after Hurricane Katrina the PMAC served as a triage center for refugees. As more people crowded campus LSU athletes and coaches stepped up to the place to help the campus and state heal. 

All Hands on Deck: LSU athletes, coaches bring campus together in the wake of Hurricane Katrina

August 30, 2015

Chinook and Black Hawk helicopters flew overhead, rocking the Athletic Administration Building and kicking up dirt in the Bernie Moore Track Stadium as it became a makeshift helipad. A fire truck was parked...

Former Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Cam Cameron discusses his plans for the LSU football team at a press conference on Feb. 15, 2013, at the Athletic Administration Building. LSU football head coach Les Miles announced Cameron as the team's new offensive coordinator.

LSU offensive coordinator Cameron reveals he’s healthy following prostate cancer diagnosis

By James Bewers and Morgan Prewitt August 28, 2015

In an unscheduled news conference Friday evening, LSU offensive coordinator Cam Cameron announced he has "a clean bill of health" after receiving a diagnosis of prostate cancer earlier this summer. Cameron,...

LSU freshman offensive lineman William Clapp (64) snaps the ball during LSU white squad's 45-6 victory over LSU purple squad during the annual Spring Football game on Saturday, April 18, 2015 in Tiger Stadium.

Notebook: Clapp not pressured by father’s success

By Heather Allen - The Daily Reveille August 27, 2015

LSU football runs in the family for redshirt freshman center William Clapp. Clapp’s father, Tommy, played for the Tigers from 1984-1987, finishing his career as a team captain with 139 tackles, nine...

LSU freshman running back, Leonard Fournette (7), scores a touchdown against Texas A&M in Kyle Field, College Station on Thursday, November 27, where Tigers lead 17-7 during halftime.

Opinion: Top Heisman Trophy candidates for 2015

By Jack Woods - The Daily Reveille August 27, 2015

The Heisman Trophy is the most highly touted individual award in college football. With the start of the season rapidly approaching, I break down my top candidates. Stay tuned for updates throughout the...

LSU junior linebacker Deion Jones (45) tackles ULM senior quarterback Pete Thomas (14) Saturday, Sep. 13, 2014 during the Tigers' 31-0 victory against the Warhawks in Tiger Stadium.

Speed, leadership characterizes LSU linebacker corps

By CJ Rucker - The Daily Reveille August 27, 2015

The speedy LSU linebacker corps hopes to lead the Southeastern Conference’s top defense from last year to the same glory this year. Last season, the Tigers led the SEC in total defense and finished...

LSU sophommore tight end DeSean Smith (89) outruns sophomore safety Lionel Williams (14) during LSU white squad's 45-6 victory over LSU purple squad during the annual Spring Football game on Saturday, April 18, 2015 in Tiger Stadium.

LSU tight ends look to be more effective in passing game in 2015

By Marc Stevens — The Daily Reveille August 26, 2015

The LSU offense averaged less than 163 yards per game through the air in 2014, but with the help of its tight ends, the team looks to improve that statistic in 2015. Senior Dillon Gordon and junior DeSean...

LSU freshman safety, Jamal Adams (33), celebrates after the Tiger’s 23-17 victory against Texas A&M in Kyle Field, College Station on November 27.

Secondary continues to be strength of LSU defense in 2015

By Christian Boutwell August 26, 2015

The 2015 LSU secondary draws comparisons to one of the most well-known eras in LSU football history. The incoming squad’s talent attracts the likeness of the 2011 defensive back crew, which featured...

Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) is examined after an injury during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Detroit Lions, Thursday, Aug. 20, 2015, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Opinion: Recent injuries prove changes finally need to be made to NFL preseason

By Jack Woods August 26, 2015

Every summer, preseason NFL games steal stars’ health and prevent fans from watching their favorite players suit up in the games that really matter, and every summer, the cry for changes to be made...

Former Catholic High School and current LSU freshman running back Derrius Guice (20) runs past a Parkview Baptist defender Sept. 6, 2013 during Bears' 28-6 victory against the Eagles at Olympia Stadium.

Former Baton Rouge prep star Guice ready to make impact in LSU backfield

By Christian Boutwell August 26, 2015

When the spotlight shines, LSU freshman running back Derrius Guice said he’ll be ready. Guice grew up on Baton Rouge playgrounds and went to Catholic High School — the largest 5A high school...

LSU football coach Les Miles talks to the media at a post-scrimmage press conference on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015 at the Football Operations Center.

Miles: Harris leads quarterback battle, Mills had surgery

By James Bewers August 25, 2015

Though he has not officially named a starter, LSU football coach Les Miles revealed sophomore Brandon Harris is leading the quarterback competition at a Tuesday night press conference following the Tigers’...

LSU senior DT Quentin Thomas (95) watches practice from the sidelines on Saturday, Mar. 07, 2015 during the first spring practice at the Football Operations practice field.

LSU defensive tackle Thomas feels healthy again, embraces role

By James Bewers August 25, 2015

Life as an LSU football player hasn’t always been easy for fifth-year senior defensive tackle Quentin Thomas. The game has taken its toll on him several times. Thomas has suffered at least four injuries...

LSU freshman running back Leonard Fournette (7) rushes the ball while senior defensive back Floyd Raven Sr. (5) tries to tackle him during the Tigers' 23-17 victory over Texas A&M on Thursday, Nov.27, 2014 in Kyle field.

Youthful running back group carries LSU offense into season

By Morgan Prewitt August 25, 2015

Throughout LSU football coach Les Miles’ tenure, there has always been a rotation in the backfield, feeding a “seize every opportunity” mentality among the running backs. But this season,...