Peterson, Randle on LSU Victory Over Tennessee

Patrick Peterson talks about LSU's 16-14 victory over Tennessee. Peterson gives some thoughts on No. 7 playing offense.



LSU wide receiver Rueben Randle talks about the final few plays in the Tigers' thrilling 16-14 victory over Tennessee.

T-Bob Hebert -- LSU vs Tennessee Postgame

LSU center T-Bob Hebert talks about LSU's stunning 16-14 victory over Tennessee.

ESPNU Campus Connection -- LSU Swag (Video)

This was my feature story on ESPNU's "SportsCenter U" called "LSU Swag." The piece aired a few weeks back for ESPNU Campus Connection. Click here for the original link.

An extended version of "LSU Swag" will air tonight at 8 pm on Pelican Sports TV's "Tigers Roar." Channels, as well as a live stream of the show, can be found on PelicanSportsTV.com.

In my years of broadcasting, never having I seen players have so much fun while doing anything with the media. There was so much more cut out just because of time (which means you should watch "Tigers Roar" tonight). Hopefully more opportunities like these arise continue later on down the road.

Jasper on Kicking Performance, Shepard on Improving the Offense

LSU kicker Josh Jasper talks about his record setting performance vs Mississippi State, LSU's kickoff coverage and being perfect on field goals since his first miss vs North Carolina.



Russell Shepard talks about getting better at the small things at receiver, the youth on offense, watching film and the game by game process it takes to get better on offense.

Peterson... "I Was Definitely, Definitely Going to do the Heisman Pose"

LSU cornerback Patrick Peterson says he would have done the "The Heisman Pose" if his punt return would have resulted in a touchdown instead of a penalty.

Peterson finished with two interceptions in a 29-7 victory over Mississippi State.

Claiborne, Sheppard Speak on "Mustang" Formation

The LSU Tigers defense dominated in their 29-7 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs.

The defense's best weapon was defensive coordinator John Chavis' 3-2-6 "Mustang" formation. Most, if not all, turnovers tonight came out of that set.

Later on, I will have a full post on the formation. It will be a full breakdown on how it works and if I think anybody will be able to crack it.



LSU cornerback Morris Claiborne talks about the "Mustang" package, LSU defensive coordinator John Chavis and Patrick Peterson after his two interception night against Mississippi State.



LSU linebacker Kelvin Sheppard talks to me about the 3-2-6 "Mustang" package, LSU Defensive Coordinator John Chavis and team speed.

Randle, Jefferson & Barrow Gets Ready for Vanderbilt

LSU receiver Reuben Randle talks about LSU's success in the return game, how short passes get him into a rhythm and his touchdown reception against UNC.



Jordan Jefferson talks about LSU's inability to create second half offense versus North Carolina and next week's game versus Vanderbilt.



LSU linebacker Lamin Barrow gives his thoughts on is foot injury and next week's SEC opener versus Vanderbilt.

LSU vs UNC -- Postgame Pressers

LSU head coach Les Miles remains undefeated in season openers during his tenure at LSU as the Tigers hang on and win 30-24 against UNC. Miles talks about the running game, if there was a let down in the 2nd Half, and the progress of Russell Shepard.



LSU wide receiver Russell Shepard talks about his two touchdown performance in a 30-24 victory over UNC and his faith in head coach Les Miles.



LSU quarterback Jordan Jefferson talks about his role in the 30-24 victory over UNC, how he feels about making plays down field and the LSU offensive line.



UNC head football coach Butch Davis address media after a crushing 30-24 defeat suffered at the hands of the LSU Tigers.

Ridley Gets Ready for UNC

Stevan Ridley tells us about where he is on the depth chart, how experience is helping him as a back and the progress of the LSU offensive line.

Peterson, Jefferson Gets Ready for UNC

Patrick Peterson and Jordan Jefferson are arguably the most important defensive and offensive players respectfully for the Tigers. Interviews were shot today by HKT as the Tigers get ready to face the North Carolina Tar Heels.

Peterson was confident as usual, but Jefferson really seems to be saying all the right things championship quarterbacks say. It will be interesting to see if this confidence and body language will translate to how he looks on the field.



Patrick Peterson talks about his experience as a true freshman, putting all of LSU's talent together, and mentions how his role as a team leader has changed.



Jordan Jefferson talks about what it means to start the season of primetime and how anything lower than a championship is a failure.

Michael Ford -- LSU Media Day

LSU running back Michael Ford talks about what it means to be a balanced back, what he's done during the offseason and his biceps.

Ford will be an interesting player for the Tigers next season as a redshirt freshman. Since coming in to the LSU program, it has been well documented how dominant of force Ford is in the weight room.

Stevan Ridley seems to be the frontrunner at moment at running back while Richard Murphy now wears the #18 jersey for the Tigers. I believe Ridley will start off the season with the bulk of the carries, especially after a good offseason and spring game.

But with no clear cut number one runner, Ford will have a chance to come in and make plays in the offense.

Even if Ford isn't the starter, he needs to be ready to play at anytime this season. Murphy, Charles Scott and Keiland Williams all ended their 2009 campaigns with vicious season ending injuries.

I also believe the rushing attack will get better because of the much improved offensive line. The group had some moving and shaking done this offseason to help improve their ability to knock people off the line of scrimmage.

Ford will get his chance eventually to carry the load, it depends if it happens this season.

Russell Shepard Mathematics -- LSU Media Day

Russell Shepard Mathematics is simple.

LSU wide receiver + quarterback + running back + 5-star recruit + recruiting ambassador + engaging personality + top end speed + game changer = Elite SEC GameBreaker.

Is my math correct?

Well, for LSU, we will have to wait and see. Last year, the Tigers were toward the bottom of the SEC in offense, particularly in explosive plays.

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Brandon Taylor -- LSU Media Day

LSU safety Brandon Taylor talks about playing in the box, his role on LSU, what he expects from the Tigers, and most importantly 'Swag.'

Taylor is one of the Tigers that didn't get as much publicity during the offseason, but the hard hitting safety brings a lot more to the table than one would expect from looking at him.

Coming into Baton Rouge, Brandon was more well known as the younger brother of Curtis Taylor, who was one of the starting safeties on the LSU National Championship team in 2007. But with Brandon's production from last season, the junior made a name for himself.

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Trindon Holliday Transitions to the NFL

Metairie, La. -- Let me get this off my chest. It's weird watching Trindon Holliday run at full speed while not wearing purple and gold in the process.

Holliday's transition to the NFL has been interesting to say the least. The LSU record holder for the 100 meter dash is making the transition from running back to wide receiver for the Houston Texans.

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Cameron Fordham -- LSU Media Day

One of my favorite interviews of LSU Media Day was Cameron Fordham. The freshman is a funny guy, who has bought into the tradition of LSU Football and winning. On the field, Fordham will probably be a contributor to the program down the road.

In this interview, Fordham talks about life as a freshman, his role on the team this season, the transition to from tight end to center and if he thinks he could block me.

Zach Lee Makes Jump to Dodgers

LSU freshman quarterback Zach Lee has agreed to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers after being offered at $5.25 million dollar signing bonus, which will be paid to him over five years.

Of course, Lee had to make the decision right after I decided to upload my video interview with the gunslinger. Maybe it was my stupid decision to make his video the next one posted on the day teenage  baseball prospects have to make a decision by midnight whether or not to sign for a life-changing amount of money.

Lee's life-changing amount of money, in this case, is being paid to a guy who, if he gets to the Major Leagues, will only play once in every five games.

I know baseball is not my strongest sport, but it sometimes doesn't make sense to me.

But I guess I forgot it was "The Year of the Pitcher." Wait, I meant the "The Year of the I'mScaredToJuiceAnymoreBecauseTheyAreFinallyCrackingDown." Or is it "The Year of the Pitcher?" I don't know, but Lee is getting a lot of money because he is 6-4 and throws low 90's.

Nobody should be angry with the Texas native. When I spoke to him a week ago, he seemed like a good kid. He did what he felt was best for him.

Too bad for LSU fans he didn't do what was best for quarterback/pitching depth and the future of LSU Football/Baseball.