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Recruiting: Patrick Peterson’s younger brother commits to the Tigers

By Hunter Paniagua
Sports Contributor
September 8, 2010

In fewer than three seasons at LSU, junior cornerback Patrick Peterson has become a superstar and potential Heisman Trophy candidate. LSU hopes that talent runs in the family. Wide receiver Avery Johnson,...

Football: Baker in, Peterson out for Saturday

By Rachel Whittaker
Chief Sports Writer
September 8, 2010

LSU junior linebacker Ryan Baker practiced throughout the week and is likely to return to the defense Saturday against Vanderbilt, LSU coach Les Miles said Wednesday.   Miles said he is not sure if...

New Orleans receiver Devery Henderson (19) scores a touchdown Thursday as Vikings’ Asher Allen (21) defends during the Saints’ 14-9 win against Minnesota.

NFL: Saints survive tough season opener against Vikings, 14-9

By Brett Martel
The Associated Press
September 8, 2010

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Drew Brees and the Saints extended New Orleans' post-Super Bowl euphoria for at least another week and handed Brett Favre a second straight loss in the Louisiana Superdome. Brees...

Football: Vanderbilt coach brings humility, hard work to team

By Rachel Whittaker
Chief Sports Writer
September 8, 2010

If Vanderbilt coach Robbie Caldwell knows how to do one thing, it's work.   Head coaching in the Southeastern Conference is a step above Caldwell's career of more than 30 years as an assistant coach,...

Football: Williford leading candidate to replace injured Blackwell

By Sean Isabella
Sports Writer
September 8, 2010

Seconds after LSU junior guard Will Blackwell was helped off the field in LSU's first play from scrimmage in Saturday's win against North Carolina, a familiar yet unexpected body trudged onto the field. Junior...

New Orleans Saints beat Minnesota Vikings, 14-9

By Staff Reports
September 8, 2010

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Drew Brees and the Saints extended New Orleans' post-Super Bowl euphoria for at least another week and handed Brett Favre a second straight loss in the Louisiana Superdome. Brees...

Men’s Golf: Tigers tabbed No. 15 in preseason rankings

By Staff Reports
September 8, 2010

For the second consecutive year, the LSU men's golf team is ranked in the top 15 of the Golfweek Preseason poll. The Tigers came in at No. 15. They began the season last year as No. 12. Oklahoma State,...

Football: Size doesn’t translate to demeanor for Hurst

By Michael Lambert
Sports Contributor
September 8, 2010

Five LSU football players used the same word to describe sophomore right tackle Alex Hurst: "quiet." The 6-foot-6-inch, 320-pound offensive lineman may be one of the largest players on the team, but his...

Football: LB Baker likely to play Saturday

By Rachel Whittaker
Chief Sports Writer
September 7, 2010

Junior linebacker Ryan Baker is likely to return to the field for Saturday's game against Vanderbilt, LSU coach Les Miles said in a teleconference Wednesday morning. Baker has been out since breaking his...

Club Sports:Triathlon Club offers students chance to race, participate in multiple sports

By Erin Henley
Sports Contributor
September 6, 2010

Mark Primeaux, history senior, starts each day with a four-hour bike ride at 6 a.m., a time most college students reserve for sleep. Primeaux is not an average college student. Primeaux is a member of...

Football: Joseph, Clement fill tight end void left by injured Peterson

By Rob Landry
Sports Contributor
September 6, 2010

Just when things seemed to be on the verge of clicking for the LSU passing game, it took a shot to the foot.   On Aug. 31, just four days before the Tigers were to kick off their season against North...

Football: LSU to open 2011 season against Oregon

By Rachel Whittaker
Chief Sports Writer
September 6, 2010

A few days after playing North Carolina in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, LSU has announced it will participate in another marquee season-opening matchup in 2011. LSU will take on Oregon, the reigning Pac-10...