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FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2015, file photo, New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marques Colston (12) catches a 1-yard touchdown reception against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter of an NFL football game, in Tampa, Fla. Saints all-time leading receiver Marques Colston has been informed he'll be released by the only NFL club for which he has played during his 10-year pro career, said a person familiar with the decision says The person spoke to The Associated Press Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016, on condition of anonymity because the move, which was first reported by ESPN, has not been announced or made official with the league office. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco, File)

OPINION: Saints need to move on, embrace change

By Jacob Hamilton March 1, 2016

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees drops back and scans the field before locating rookie wideout Marques Colston on the right sideline with separation from his defender. Brees fires a dart to Colston,...

LSU junior forward Alexis Hyder (20) pushes towards the goal on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016 during the Lady Tigers' 57-56 victory against Tennessee in the PMAC.

Lady Tigers embrace “new season” motto before SEC Tourney opener

By Jarrett Major March 1, 2016

The No. 13-seeded LSU women’s basketball team will open a "new season" in the Southeastern Conference Tournament against No. 12-seed Alabama at 10 a.m. today at the Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville,...

LSU freshman pitcher Sydney Smith (12) pitching during LSU's 9-0 victory against University of North Florida on Friday, Feb. 12, 2016 at Tiger Park

LSU records eighth mercy-rule victory of 2016 with 8-0 win against UL-Monroe

By Josh Thornton March 1, 2016

Without three of their four top hitters, the No. 5 LSU softball team still managed to defeat University of Louisiana-Monroe by mercy-rule, 8-0, in five innings. The in-state rivals were locked in a pitcher’s...

LSU junior infielder Kramer Robertson (3) batting during LSU's 5-4 loss against Sacramento State on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016 at Alex Box Stadium

Mainieri experiments with infield for final week as Robertson, Freeman flip positions

By James Bewers March 1, 2016

LSU baseball coach Paul Mainieri isn’t shocked by what has transpired in his club’s first seven games. He had to confront an almost complete turnover from last year’s College World Series...

LSU players wear funny hats during the Tigers' 5-3 victory against Texas Tech on Sunday February 28, 2016 at Tiger Park.

Tigers find the extra push in rally culture

February 29, 2016

In the sport of softball, there are a few major keys that can lead to victory. A combination of solid pitching, offense and defense can all go a long way toward a win, but sometimes teams may need an extra...

LSU senior guard Josh Gray (5) shakes hands with freshman guard Antonio Blakeney (2) after Blakeney’s successful free throw during the LSU 96-91 victory against the Florida on Saturday, Feb. 27 in the PMAC.

Tigers roll into home season finale with uncertain future

By Morgan Prewitt February 29, 2016

Heading into this season, no one questioned the talent on LSU’s roster. For LSU fans and the media alike, the Tigers were a lock for the NCAA Tournament with Southeastern Conference Preseason Player...

LSU sophomore pitcher Allie Walljasper (25) winds up for the pitch Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016, during the Tigers' 5-0 victory against South Alabama in Tiger Park.

Dominant pitching staff’s consistency key to Tigers’ success

February 29, 2016

The No. 5 LSU softball team’s bats has been on fire this season. Seven of their 13 wins have come off the mercy rule, averaging nearly 11 runs per game in those matchups. But the Tigers’ (13-2)...

LSU senior infielder Bianka Bell (27) and freshman infielder Shemiah Sanchez (23) dab during the Tigers' 9-1 victory against Illinois State on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016 in Tiger Park.

No. 5 LSU puts winning streak on the line in matchup with UL-Monroe

February 29, 2016

After an unblemished 4-0 weekend throughout the Purple and Gold Challenge, the No. 5 LSU softball team has a quick turnaround as they face the University of Louisiana-Monroeon Tuesday at Tiger Park. LSU...

cartoon courtesy of Kiré Thomas

OPINION: Super Tuesday determines fate of presidential candidates

By John Gavin Harp @SirJohnGavin February 29, 2016

The voting booths are going up on a Tuesday, and voters should be choosey when casting their ballots. As citizens flock to vote today, they should keep the dynamics of the political sphere in the back...

LSU freshman guard Antonio Blakeney (2) shoots for two during the LSU 96-91 victory against the Florida Gators on Saturday Feb. 27, 2016, in the PMAC.

Sports Briefs: Blakeney tabbed as SEC co-Freshman of the Week; LSU baseball sees movement in polls

February 29, 2016

LSU freshman guard Antonio Blakeney has been awarded Southeastern Conference co-Freshman of the Week, sharing the designation with Kentucky freshman guard Jamal Murray, the league announced Monday.  Including...

Former Massachusetts Gov., and 2012 Republican presidential candidate, Mitt Romney pauses while speaking at the 40th annual Conservative Political Action Conference in National Harbor, Md., Friday, March 15, 2013. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

OPINION: Mitt Romney should launch Independent run

By Justin DiCharia @JDiCharia February 29, 2016

With most polls showing Republican candidate Donald Trump winning by double digits, the GOP establishment is about to crumble under the weight of a monster it failed to take seriously, and the only Republican...

LSU head coach Nikki Fargas points instructions from the sidelines on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016 during the Lady Tigers' 57-56 victory against Tennessee in the PMAC.

Lady Tigers fall, 75-39, to No. 3 South Carolina in season finale

By Jarrett Major February 28, 2016

One minute into the Lady Tigers’ season finale against No. 3 South Carolina, junior guard Rina Hill hit a layup to give LSU the lead. Three minutes later, Hill gave LSU (9-20, 3-13 Southeastern Conference)...