LSU interviews, press conferences and more

Glen West, a senior writer at On3's The Bengal Tiger, joined Sports Talk. West shared his thoughts on LSU head coach Lane Kiffin, quarterback Sam Leavitt, and the Tigers' trench play.

Steve and Bobby listened to LSU head coach Lane Kiffin's game-week press conference. Coach Kiffin shared his thoughts on the Tigers' Week 1 test against Clemson, his recruitment of players fighting for another year of eligibility, and LSU's offensive progression.

Scott Rabalais, a columnist at The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Rabalais previewed LSU's upcoming season opener against Clemson. He shared his thoughts on the Tigers' talented defensive line, new-look offensive line, and "tremendous" TE Trey'Dez Green.

LSU legend Ben McDonald, a college baseball analyst for ESPN, joined Sports Talk. McDonald told stories about Skip Bertman. McDonald praised Bertman, explaining that he changed the culture of LSU athletics. He also shared his thoughts on Jay Johnson, LSU's upcoming football season, and the expectations for the 2027 Tiger baseball team.

Zack Nagy, an LSU reporter for Geaux247Sports, joined Sports Talk. Nagy broke down his observations of the Tigers' fall camp practices. Nagy shared his thoughts on LSU's wide receivers, linebackers, and defensive line.

Jon Blau, an LSU reporter for The Advocate, joined Sports Talk. Blau shared his thoughts on Tiger quarterback Sam Leavitt, LSU's offensive line, and Lane Kiffin's controversial recruiting strategy.

Jeff Palermo, the sports director of the Louisiana Radio Network, joined Sports Talk. Palermo reviewed LSU's recent fall camp workouts, highlighting Lane Kiffin's comments about the defense and quarterback Sam Leavitt. Palermo also shared his thoughts on LSU's wide receivers, Tiger DT Dominick McKinley, and the Bayou Bengals' linebackers.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino broke down LSU's fall camp workouts, evaluating the Tigers' wide receivers, TE Trey'Dez Green, and the Bayou Bengals' defensive line.

Jacques Doucet, the sports director of WAFB-TV Baton Rouge, joined Second Guess. Doucet broke down LSU's fall camp and the Tigers' ranking in the preseason AP Poll. Doucet also evaluated TE Trey'Dez Green and remembered former LSU legendary head baseball coach Skip Bertman.

Glenn Guilbeau, the author of "Everything Matters in Baseball: The Skip Bertman Story," joined Sports Talk. Guilbeau remembered Bertman, an LSU legend who passed away at 88 on Friday.

Jon Blau, an LSU reporter for The Advocate, joined Sports Talk. Blau broke down the Jayden Daniels situation, LSU's special teams unit, and the Tigers' season-opening showdown against Clemson. Blau also shared his thoughts on RB Dilin Jones, LG Bo Bordelon, and LSU's DL.

Zack Nagy, a senior writer for Geaux247Sports, joined Sports Talk. Nagy broke down LSU's fall camp sessions, highlighting the Tigers' wide receivers, offensive line, running backs, and defensive line.

Jeff Palermo, the sports director of the Louisiana Radio Network, joined Sports Talk. Palermo broke down his observations from the start of LSU's fall camp practices. He shared his thoughts on Sam Leavitt, Lane Kiffin, Aliou Bah, and Jhase Thomas.

Andre Champagne, an LSU sports writer at Geaux247, joined Sports Talk. Champagne broke down his observations from the start of LSU's fall camp. He evaluated the Tigers' standout defenders, cornerback depth, and offensive line.

Glen West, a senior writer at The Bengal Tiger with On3Sports, joined Sports Talk. West broke down the start of LSU's fall camp workouts. He shared his thoughts on QB Sam Leavitt, Dilin Jones, Jackson Harris, and LSU's "star power" on defense.

Zack Nagy, a senior writer for Geaux247Sports, joined Sports Talk. Nagy discussed the start of LSU's fall camp practices, highlighting new quarterback Sam Leavitt and the Tigers' young defensive line. He also evaluated LSU's top offensive weapons, roster depth, and running back competition.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino broke down the spots of intrigue on LSU's roster entering next week's fall camp. Ruffino also shared his thoughts on the Tigers' tight ends, fullback options, and cornerback depth.

Glen West, a senior writer at On3's The Bengal Tiger, joined Sports Talk. West recapped LSU's trip to SEC Media Days. West shared his thoughts on Ty Benefield, Bo Bordelon, Sam Leavitt, and Princewill Umanmielen. He also evaluated LSU's linebacker tandem and previewed the Tigers' fall camp practices.

Steve and Charlie listened to LSU TE Trey'Dez Green's session at SEC Media Days. Green remembered his decision to commit full-time to football over basketball, praised the Tigers' offensive line, and evaluated new S Ty Benefield.

Steve and Charlie listened to LSU LB TJ Dottery's session at SEC Media Days. Dottery discussed his decision to transfer to LSU, celebrated his relationship with DC Blake Baker, and praised Whit Weeks.

Mike and Charlie listened to Lane Kiffin and Whit Weeks' sessions at SEC Media Days. Coach Kiffin gave an update on LSU QB Sam Leavitt. Weeks expressed his hope to get the Tigers back to a "nasty" defense.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino recapped Lane Kiffin's appearance at SEC Media Days. Ruffino also shared his thoughts on new QB Sam Leavitt and S Ty Benefield.

Mike and Charlie listened to LSU head coach Lane Kiffin's response at SEC Media Days to a question about the Tigers' matchup with Auburn and the progression of new LSU DT Malik Blocton.

Mike and Charlie listened to LSU head coach Lane Kiffin's session at SEC Media Days. Coach Kiffin discussed LSU's talented 2026 roster, the SEC's nine-game conference schedule, and college football's need for a salary cap.

Chessa Bouche, a sports reporter for LA First News, joined Sports Talk. Bouche shared her reporting from SEC Media Days, highlighting Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding, Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel, and Georgia head coach Kirby Smart. She also previewed Lane Kiffin's appearance at the event on Thursday.

Zack Nagy, a senior writer for Geaux247 Sports, joined Sports Talk. Nagy celebrated LSU head baseball coach Jay Johnson's success in the 2026 MLB Draft. He also previewed LSU's upcoming appearance at the SEC's annual Media Days, highlighting the Tigers' player representation and the team's roster question marks.

Glen West, an LSU reporter for The Bengal Tiger On3, joined Sports Talk. West previewed LSU's trip to the SEC's annual media days in Tampa Bay. He shared his thoughts on quarterback Sam Leavitt, head coach Lane Kiffin, and LSU's special teams unit.

Chris Gordy, the host of the Locked on SEC podcast, joined Sports Talk. Gordy broke down the upcoming 2026 MLB Draft and shared what LSU fans should expect from former players and upcoming prospects. Gordy also previewed the 2026 college football season, highlighting LSU's difficult schedule.

Grant Chachere, an analyst for Tigerbait.com, joined Sports Talk. Chachere broke down LSU's latest recruiting addition: four-star Ruston safety Jayden Anding. Chachere also reviewed the question marks on LSU's 2026 roster.

Tracy Cowley, an independent college football writer, joined Sports Talk. Cowley previewed LSU football's upcoming 2026 campaign, head coach Lane Kiffin's first season in Baton Rouge. Cowley shared her thoughts on TE Trey'Dez Green, LSU's run game, and their new-look defense.

Former LSU head basketball coach John Brady, a new inductee into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame, joined Sports Talk. Coach Brady told stories from his career and broke down the new "Wild West" era of college basketball.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino reported on LSU football's recruiting, highlighting the upcoming decisions for multiple Tiger targets. He also emphasized Lane Kiffin's faith in following the NFL mold for defensive backs and tight ends.

Andre Champagne, an LSU writer at Geaux247Sports, joined Sports Talk. Mike and Champagne evaluated the standout talents at the 2026 Manning Passing Academy. Champagne gave a critical player for LSU's success this season and reported on the Tigers' 2027 recruiting class.

Grant Chachere, an LSU recruiting writer for Tigerbait.com, joined Sports Talk. Chachere broke down the latest from Lane Kiffin's work to build LSU football's 2027 high school recruiting class. He gave an update on five-star WR Easton Royal and DE Anthony Sweeney.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino congratulated Oklahoma for winning the 2026 College World Series. Ruffino gave an update on LSU football's recruiting, highlighting WR commit Gary Burney Jr. He emphasized the Tigers' pursuit of elite athletes for their secondary.

Jon Blau, an LSU football reporter for The Advocate, joined Sports Talk. Blau broke down the Tiger coaching staff's work to build a strong class of 2027. He praised Ed Orgeron's recruiting prowess and questioned the future of Dabo Swinney at Clemson and Shane Beamer at South Carolina.

Glen West, a senior writer at On3's The Bengal Tiger, joined Sports Talk. West broke down LSU's 2027 recruiting class, highlighting new RB Tre Segarra and OL Terrance Smith. West also previewed what's next for the Tiger football team and LSU baseball's work in the transfer portal.

Glenn Guilbeau, a columnist for TigerRag.com, joined Sports Talk. Guilbeau broke down LSU head basketball coach Will Wade's recruiting strategy, the Tiger baseball team's 2026 disappointment, and Lane Kiffin's roster-building.

Mike and Charlie interviewed Chris Blair, the voice of the LSU Tigers, about LSU baseball and basketball. Blair broke down the recruiting work in the transfer portal from Jay Johnson and Will Wade to bolster the Tigers' rosters.

Zack Nagy, a senior writer for Geaux247Sports, joined Sports Talk. Nagy broke down the latest from LSU football's 2027 recruiting class. He also reported on Tiger head baseball coach Jay Johnson's work in the transfer portal to bolster LSU's 2027 roster.

Grant Chachere, an LSU sports writer for Tigerbait.com, joined Sports Talk. Chachere broke down the Bayou Bengals' recent commitments for the Class of 2027: WR Cade Cooper, RB Brennen Lacey, DE KJ Green, and CB Markez Davis.

Glen West, an LSU reporter for The Bengal Tiger at On3Sports, joined Sports Talk. West shared his thoughts on Ed Orgeron, Peyton Houston, and Easton Royal. He also reported on LSU baseball's future roster-building.

Andre Champagne, an LSU sports writer at Geaux247Sports, joined Sports Talk. Champagne reported on LSU football's recruiting, highlighting DBs Mekhi Williams and Markez Davis, DL Jalen Brewster, and assistant coach Ed Orgeron.

ToyLoy Brown, an LSU men's basketball reporter for The Advocate, joined Sports Talk. Brown evaluated head coach Will Wade's unconventional roster-building for the Tigers' 2026-27 team. He also discussed the impending fight for multiple potential LSU players to gain eligibility.

Jeff Palermo, the sports director of the Louisiana Radio Network, joined Sports Talk. Palermo emphasized the importance of Coach O's return to LSU as a member of Lane Kiffin's staff. Palermo also broke down LSU baseball's disappointing 2026 campaign, Jay Johnson's future recruiting strategy, and LSU softball's Super Regional showdown against No. 1 Alabama.

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino broke down Ed Orgeron's return to LSU as an assistant on head coach Lane Kiffin's staff.

Zack Nagy, a senior writer for Geaux247Sports, joined Sports Talk. Nagy broke down Will Wade's controversial recruiting strategy. Nagy also shared his thoughts on Lane Kiffin's high school recruiting, LSU baseball's disappointing 2026 campaign, and the Tiger softball team's push into the Super Regional round.

LSU head softball coach Beth Torina joined Sports Talk to recap her team's late-season run into the Super Regional Round of the NCAA Tournament. She also previewed the Tigers' upcoming showdown against No. 1 Alabama.

LSU head baseball coach Jay Johnson joined Sports Talk. Coach Johnson reviewed Paul Skenes' historic rise to become "the best pitcher on the planet." Coach Johnson also shared his thoughts on Mason Braun, Omar Serna Jr., and LSU's final weekend series of the regular season against Florida.

Andre Champagnee, a writer at Geaux247.com, joined Sports Talk. Champagnee broke down LSU baseball's struggles during the 2026 season. He also reviewed LSU head football coach Lane Kiffin's recruiting strategy and QB Sam Leavitt's health.

LSU head baseball coach Jay Johnson joined Sports Talk. Coach Johnson broke down the Tigers' challenging 2026 campaign but explained how it can make the team's young players better long-term.