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All content by Alex Cassara
LSU senior quarterback Zach Mettenberger (8) throws the football downfield Saturday, Oct. 12, 2013 during the Tigers' 17-6 victory against Florida in Tiger Stadium.

Football: Mettenberger accepts reduced role in rush-heavy game

By Alex Cassara
October 13, 2013
Florida defensive back Loucheiz Purifoy, right, celebrates his 42-yard touchdown interception against Arkansas with defensive back Cody Riggs (31) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Gainesville, Fla., Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013.(AP Photo/John Raoux)

Opinion: Strong cross-divisional rival leaves LSU at disadvantage

By Alex Cassara
October 10, 2013
LSU senior running back Alfred Blue (4) runs the ball Aug. 31, 2013 during the 37-27 victory against TCU in the Cowboys Classic at AT&T Stadium in Arlington Field.

Confusion at the Cowboys Classic

By Alex Cassara
September 1, 2013
FILE - In this Aug. 19, 2009, file photo, the Dallas Cowboys new football stadium Cowboys Stadium is shown in Arlington, Texas. A person familiar with the decision tells The Associated Press that Arlington, Texas, has beaten out Tampa, Fla., in the bidding to be the site of the first title game in the new playoff system. The game will be Jan. 12, 2015. (AP Photo/Donna McWilliam, File) (The Associated Press)

Baton Rouge West: Matchup in Dallas stretches beyond the field

By Alex Cassara
August 29, 2013
LSU junior defensive end Sam Montgomery (99) sacks Clemson junior quarterback Tajh Boyd (10) Dec. 31, 2012 during LSU's 24-25 loss to Clemson in the Chick-fil-A Bowl in Atlanta, Ga.

The Champion Sound: Montgomery comments come as no surprise

By Alex Cassara
February 28, 2013
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis speaks at an NFL Super Bowl XLVII football news conference on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, in New Orleans. The Ravens face the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII on Sunday, Feb. 3. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Opinion: S.W.A.T.S. scandal exposes sprawling stupidity

By Alex Cassara
January 31, 2013
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Chip Kelly, right, accompanied by Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie, speaks during a press conference at the team's NFL football training facility, Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Opinion: Football news highlights ill-advised priorities

By Alex Cassara
January 18, 2013
LSU freshman running back Jeremy Hill (33) and freshman offensive lineman Trai Turner (56) walk back to the locker room Dec. 31, 2012 after LSU's 24-25 loss to Clemson in the Chick-fil-A Bowl in Atlanta, Ga.

2012 Chick-fil-A Bowl: Three up, Three down

By Alex Cassara
January 1, 2013
LSU and Clemson football helmets face each other Dec. 30 before a Chick-fil-A Bowl news conference in Atlanta, Ga.

Opinion: Bowl not just about game for student-athletes

By Alex Cassara
December 30, 2012
South Carolina's Mike Davis (28) is tackled by Clemson's Spencer Shuey (33) during the second half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2012, in Clemson, S.C. South Carolina won 27-17. (AP Photo/Rainier Ehrhardt)

Football: LSU in Chick-fil-A Bowl against Clemson

By Alex Cassara
December 2, 2012
Rowing: Female leads male teammates to victory in state regatta

Rowing: Female leads male teammates to victory in state regatta

By Alex Cassara
November 30, 2012
LSU head coach Les Miles speaks about his 7-year contract renewal Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012 at the Football Operations Building.

Miles, LSU agree to contract extension

By Alex Cassara
November 28, 2012
LSU head coach Les Miles pumps up his team before the game against Arkansas in Fayetteville on Novembre 23, 2012. The Tigers would hold off a late fourth-quarter drive to beat the Hogs 20-13.

Football: Tigers’ bowl fate, opponent uncertain

By Alex Cassara
November 26, 2012
LSU head coach Les Miles pumps up his team before the game against Arkansas in Fayetteville on Novembre 23, 2012. The Tigers would hold off a late fourth-quarter drive to beat the Hogs 20-13.

LSU vs. Arkansas: Three up, three down

By Alex Cassara
November 23, 2012

Tigers thankful for teammates, family

By Alex Cassara
November 20, 2012
LSU senior outside hitter Madie Jones (6) and freshman middle blocker Khourtni Fears (1) celebrate a point Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012 during the Tigers' match against Georgia in the PMAC.

Volleyball: Tiger seniors remembered fondly

By Alex Cassara
November 20, 2012
Sophomore middle blocker Marissa Maas (5) and Senior outside hitter/right ride Madie Jones (6) block the ball Sunday, November 4, 2012 during the Tigers' 3-2 victory versus Ole Miss.

Volleyball: Tigers look to stifle Gators’ title hopes

By Alex Cassara
November 15, 2012

Tigers work on eliminating late touchdown drives

By Alex Cassara
November 13, 2012
LSU head coach Les Miles celebrates the Tiger's 37-17 victory over Mississippi State University on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012 in Tiger Stadium.

Football: Miles celebrates wins, birthdays

By Alex Cassara
November 12, 2012
Sophomore outside hitter Helen Boyle (8) spikes the ball Sunday, November 4, 2012 during the Tigers' 3-2 victory versus Ole Miss.

Volleyball: Tigers have another up-and-down weekend

By Alex Cassara
November 11, 2012
LSU freshman cornerback Jalen Mills (28) celebrates after making a play Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, during the Tigers' 21-17 loss to Alabama.

Cornerback moves on after Alabama mistake

By Alex Cassara
November 8, 2012
LSU's new associate head coach Jay Clark jokes with junior Sarie Morrison after practice Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012 in the Carl Maddox Field House.

Gymnastics: Jay Clark brings head coach-caliber experience to LSU Gymnastics

By Alex Cassara
November 7, 2012
LSU junior defensive end Barkevious Mingo (49) attempts to stop Alabama running back T.J. Yeldon on his game-winning drive Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012 during the Tigers' 21-17 loss against Alabama in Tiger Stadium.

Alabama takes last-second, heart-breaking victory in lopsided game

By Alex Cassara
November 4, 2012
LSU football coach Les Miles watches his team during pregame warmups before the Tigers' 41-14 victory against North Texas Sept. 1, 2012, in Tiger Stadium.

Miles showed compassionate side in friendship with dying cancer patient

By Alex Cassara
November 2, 2012
Alabama head coach Nick Saban and LSU head coach Les Miles greet each other after the BCS National Championship game in New Orleans in January. Saban seems pleased that a four-team playoff won'€™t be limited to conference champions. (AP photo)

Saturday’s clash is a personal one for some Tigers

By Alex Cassara
November 1, 2012
LSU junior linebacker Kevin Minter (46) makes a tackle Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012 during the Tigers' 14-6 loss to the Gators in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville. Minter had a career-high 20 tackles including two sacks during the game.

Minter gaining national attention, awards as Alabama awaits

By Alex Cassara
October 30, 2012
Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron (10) reacts after throwing a touchdown pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala., Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012. At left is Mississippi State linebacker Cameron Lawrence (10). (AP Photo/Dave Martin)

Football: Tigers aware of McCarron’s efficiency

By Alex Cassara
October 29, 2012
South Carolina head coach Steve Spurrier and LSU head coach Les Miles shake hands Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012 after the Tigers' 23-21 win against South Carolina in Tiger Stadium.

Football: Tigers are 3-0 against Alabama following bye weeks

By Alex Cassara
October 24, 2012
LSU fans dance amid Aggies fans Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 during the Tigers' game against Texas A&M in College Station.

Aggie culture fits nicely in SEC

By Alex Cassara
October 22, 2012
LSU junior middle blocker Desiree Elliott (4) and sophomore setter Malorie Pardo (14) block Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012 during the Tigers' match against Alabama in the PMAC.

Volleyball: LSU buries early-season troubles

By Alex Cassara
October 18, 2012
Football: Tigers to play first SEC game against Aggies

Football: Tigers to play first SEC game against Aggies

By Alex Cassara
October 16, 2012
Freshman running back Jeremy Hill (33) and sophomore running back Kenny Hilliard (27) celebrate after Hill's touchdown during the game against South Carolina on October 11, 2012.

Football: Miles appreciates packed house

By Alex Cassara
October 15, 2012
Freshman running back Jeremy Hill (33) and sophomore running back Kenny Hilliard (27) celebrate after Hill's touchdown during the game against South Carolina on October 11, 2012.

Football: Jeremy Hill, offensive line improbably tow LSU to victory

By Alex Cassara
October 14, 2012
LSU freshman running back Jeremy Hill celebrates after a good play during the game against South Carolina in Tiger Stadium on October 13, 2012. The Tigers eventually won 23-21.

Jeremy Hill’s two touchdowns lead Tigers to 23-21 victory

By Alex Cassara
October 13, 2012
LSU safety Eric Reid (1) talks to defensive end Sam Montgomery (99) Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012 during the first half of the Tigers' game against South Carolina in Tger Stadium. LSU football support staff helped Montgomery off the field.

South Carolina leads LSU 7-3 at halftime

By Alex Cassara
October 13, 2012
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South Carolina sophomore defensive end Jadeveon Clowney garnering Heisman talk, still improving

By Alex Cassara
October 11, 2012

Strength of Tigers’ schedule deceiving

By Alex Cassara
October 10, 2012
LSU junior linebacker Kevin Minter (46) makes a tackle Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012 during the Tigers' 14-6 loss to the Gators in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville. Minter had a career-high 20 tackles including two sacks during the game.

Football: Minter has the game of his life in disappointing loss

By Alex Cassara
October 7, 2012
LSU head coach Les Miles sings the alma mater with his team on Saturday Sept. 8, 2012 after the Tigers' 41-3 victory over the Washington Huskies in Tiger Stadium.

Football: Tigers seek chemistry on and off the field

By Alex Cassara
October 4, 2012
LSU sophomore defensive end Sam Montgomery (99) heads back to the locker room before the Tigers' 9-6 overtime victory against Alabama Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011, at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Montgomery reinforces that athletes are students too

By Alex Cassara
October 2, 2012

Football: Tigers getting turnovers out of system in early competition

By Alex Cassara
October 1, 2012
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Long-haired Muncie establishes own identity

By Alex Cassara
September 26, 2012

Football: Tigers back in normal routine

By Alex Cassara
September 24, 2012
Junior middle blocker Desiree Elliot (4) celebrates after a spike with sophomore outside hitter Helen Boyle (8) and sophomore setter Malorie Pardo.

Volleyball: Tigers earn split in home-opening series

By Alex Cassara
September 23, 2012
LSU junior defensive end Sam Montgomery (99) goes up against Washington sophomore offensive lineman Micah Hatchie Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012 during the Tigers' 41-3 win over the Huskies in Tiger Stadium.

Sam Montgomery is a breath of fresh air

By Alex Cassara
September 19, 2012
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Football: former Tiger Drake Nevis still adjusting in the NFL

By Alex Cassara
September 19, 2012
Junior quarterback Zach Mettenberger (8) runs the ball downfield Saturday, September 15, 2012 during the Tigers' 63-14 win over Idaho in Tiger Stadium.

The Champion Sound: Second quarter no cause for concern

By Alex Cassara
September 16, 2012
A member of the Purple team goes for a dig Saturday in a game against the Gold team.

Volleyball: LSU ready for SEC play after tough preseason slate

By Alex Cassara
September 13, 2012

Football: Five LSU players won’t play in 2012

By Alex Cassara
September 12, 2012

Football: Opener recalls memory of LSU resiliency

By Alex Cassara
August 31, 2012

LSU defeats Kentucky 196.125-195.050 in PMAC

By Alex Cassara
February 3, 2012

Bayou Bengals preying on new starting QB for third-straight game

By Alex Cassara
October 19, 2011