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Longtime columnist Scott Rabalais and beat reporter Reed Darcey join sports editor Perryn Keys to wrap up Jayden Daniels' tour-de-force performance against Florida game. Brought to you by Champion Wealth Strategies . Scott and Reed give their thoughts on Daniels' night and discuss whether this was the best performance by an LSU quarterback in school history. The guys also break down the Heisman ra...

Longtime columnist Scott Rabalais and beat reporter Wilson Alexander join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview the Florida game, discuss Jayden Daniels' status, the rest of the season and ... yes, potential changes within the program. Brought to you by Champion Wealth Strategies . Scott and Wilson give their thoughts on what the atmosphere might be like in Tiger Stadium, with a brand-name opponent...

Longtime columnist Scott Rabalais and beat reporter Wilson Alexander join sports editor Perryn Keys to sort through LSU's disappointing 42-28 loss to Alabama. Scott and Wilson take a look at LSU's inabilities to stop the run and get off the field on third down — as well as deficiencies on the front seven that few saw coming at the beginning of this season. The guys also discuss Jayden Daniels' sta...

This episode is brought to you by  Champion Wealth Strategies . Beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview the Big Kahuna — LSU at Alabama, 6:45 p.m. Saturday, Bryant-Denny Stadium, looking live on CBS.  The guys discuss how LSU will try to defend Alabama without defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo and several key cornerbacks. Alabama's offense i...

This episode is brought to you by Champion Wealth Strategies . Longtime columnist Scott Rabalais and beat reporter Reed Darcey join sports editor Perryn Keys as LSU starts game-week preparations for Alabama. Scott and Reed take a look at Alabama's strengths (the deep passing game), LSU's weaknesses (pass defense) and what the Tigers should expect in Alabama's game plan. The Crimson Tide is capable...

Wilson Alexander and Scott Rabalais join Perryn Keys to discuss LSU's wipeout victory over Army, including Zy Alexander's injury and what it could mean for the Tigers as they head into the open week before playing Nov. 4 at Alabama. The guys also discuss LSU's offense — still explosive, now leading the nation at 552.8 yards per game, and Jayden Daniels' improved odds in the Heisman Trophy race, th...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down the SEC West race and preview the Tigers' upcoming game against Army. We also discuss the growth of LSU's offensive line, the emergence of wide receiver Kyren Lacy and the re-emergence of linebacker Omar Speights. Wilson and Scott also discuss Army's offense in a state of transition, a...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down LSU's breezy 48-18 win over Auburn. Wilson and Scott open with another strong performance from Jayden Daniels, as well as Daniels' improved chances at being a Heisman Trophy finalist. The guys also give their insight on LSU's (slightly) improved defense; changes on the defensive line a...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview LSU's game against Auburn. Scott hands out midterm grades for the Tigers at the midway point in their season, and the crew goes over the defensive changes LSU made during its 49-39 win over Missouri. We also discuss Jayden Daniels' exceptional season and his chances at crawling back into...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down LSU's gritty 49-39 win at Missouri. Wilson and Scott open with Jayden Daniels' inspired performance, his fourth-quarter return to action and the Tigers' go-ahead touchdown drive — as well as Daniels' case for getting back into the thick of the Heisman Trophy race. The guys also give th...

Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais and beat reporter Wilson Alexander join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview LSU's game against Missouri. Wilson and Scott take a long look at the LSU defense — specifically how it can get better in the middle of the season, and whether the Tigers can make (more) changes in personnel. We also discuss Missouri's effective offense, led by an accurate QB, an elite No...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down LSU's ugly 55-49 loss at Ole Miss. Wilson and Scott discuss LSU's defensive collapse, including missed tackles, botched assignments and the lack of pressure up front. Rab ponders the question: In 32 years of covering LSU football, was this the worst defensive performance he has ever se...

Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais and beat reporter Wilson Alexander join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview LSU's game against Arkansas. Wilson and Scott take a long look at the LSU defense — specifically how LSU's linebacker rotation may change with the return of Omar Speights, and whether linemen Jordan Jefferson and Da'Shawn Womack will log more snaps. We also discuss Lane Kiffin and Ole Mis...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down LSU's wild (and shaky) 34-31 win over Arkansas. Wilson and Scott discuss LSU's defensive flaws and adjustments; how different the defense looks now compared to the start of the season; and defensive players who may continue to emerge as the Tigers continue through the Southeastern Conf...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview LSU's game against Arkansas. Wilson and Scott give the latest update and insights on safety Greg Brooks, including what's ahead for him and what his absence means to the LSU secondary. The LSU defense has changed — not only because of Brooks' sobering brain-tumor diagnosis, but becuase of...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview LSU's game at Mississippi State. Wilson and Scott break down a dominant win in Starkville, led by Jayden Daniels, Malik Nabers and a strong effort from LSU's front seven. Scott takes a survey of the SEC West, which seems to be there for the taking. Wilson and Scott also discuss LSU's next...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview LSU's game at Mississippi State. LSU has gotten back some players who weren't available, and the Tigers have made some personnel changes. Wilson goes through the list. Wilson and Scott also give their insight on the most important matchups between LSU and Mississippi State, which now play...

Advocate beat writer Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to take stock of LSU after its 72-10 win over Grambling. Southeastern Conference play begins at 11 a.m. Saturday at Mississippi State. • How good is the LSU defense? The Tigers gave up 259 yards in the first half to Grambling.  • Where was the LSU pass rush? WIlson and Scott note that the Tigers manag...

Advocate beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to preview LSU's game against Grambling. LSU has a lot of corrections to make after an unsettling second half against Florida State. LSU will now face Grambling in what's likely to be a mismatch. With that in mind, what are Wilson and Scott looking for in this game? Each writer gives his 2 cents.  M...

Advocate LSU beat reporter Wilson Alexander and longtime columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to sort through the rubble after the Tigers' 45-24 loss to Florida State on Sunday night in Orlando. Topics of discussion: Dropped passes. muffed punts. LSU's offensive line does not have a great night; not a great ground game. LSU's defense does not get much of a rush. The secondary, a...

LSU beat reporter Wilson Alexander and columnist Scott Rabalais join sports editor Perryn Keys to break down the Tigers' blockbuster opener against Florida State on Sunday night in Orlando. Wilson and Scott give their insight on the top matchups LSU will have to win; Jayden Daniels and the Tigers' intent to be more explosive on offense; LSU's dire need to improve on special teams from last fall; a...

Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais joins sports editor Perryn Keys for our inaugural podcast. Maason Smith's one-game suspension will have a significant impact on LSU's defense vs. Florida State. Scott sorts out who will have to step up in Smith's absence. Scott and Perryn also discuss' Jayden Daniels' role as a leader (and his shot at the Heisman Trophy); the state of the LSU cornerback position;...