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Introducing our new LSU football writer24 Jun 202600:27:21

On this episode, the LSU Insiders welcome a new member: Jon Blau, The Advocate's new LSU football beat writer. Jon joins us from South Carolina, where he was covering Clemson for the Post & Courier newspaper. Today he'll talk about his career, his expectations for covering LSU and the big storylines he'll be following closely as the 2026 season approaches.

#lsu #lsutigers #geauxtigers #collegefootball #ncaafootball #lanekiffin

LSU football 2026: Game windows revealed, uniform thoughts16 Jun 202600:32:36

We are still 11 weeks away from LSU's 2026 football season, but it's time to start the countdown. Our LSU Sports Insiders take a look at the schedule windows for the Tigers' 2026 season, give our thoughts on an early kickoff and determine which home games are the most intriguing. We also take a look at alternate uniform possibilities and whether Lane Kiffin might introduce more alternates in his tenure at LSU.

#lsu #lsutigers #geauxtigers #collegefootball #ncaafootball #secfootball #lanekiffin

LSU baseball disaster, football hope and more with Scott Rabalais27 Apr 202600:50:23

Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais joins the LSU Insiders for a chat about all things LSU sports. We talk about the baseball team, whose SEC losing streak has reached historic proportions. We talk the first spring football session under Lane Kiffin and why the new coach is trying to stay realistic about his first year with the Tigers. We talk basketball transfer portal (the LSU men's team has HOW many players?). And we go big picture and discuss the state of college sports and where it's going in the NIL/revenue sharing era.

#lsu #lsutigers #geauxtigers #secfootball #collegefootball #ncaafootball #collegebaseball #secbaseball #collegesports

May 5: LSU football transfer portal finishing with a flourish05 May 202500:35:29

Brian Kelly and the LSU football team dipped into the transfer portal for one more big-time player this weekend. landing safety AJ Haulcy, an All-Big 12 player last year at Houston. He's the 18th (and final) transfer the Tigers welcome this season. The Advocate's LSU beat writer, Wilson Alexander, joins Zach Ewing to talk about Haulcy's impact, what this means for the Tigers in 2025, when these newcomers will see plenty of playing time, and beyond for Kelly and LSU's program. #lsu #geauxtigers #lsufootball #sec #secfootball #secsports #transferportal #collegefootball #ncaafootball

May 1: Is Garrett Nussmeier the best quarterback in the SEC?01 May 202500:50:28

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier returns for his senior season after throwing for more than 4,000 yards and 29 touchdowns. Is he the top quarterback in the SEC? Or do you prefer Texas' Arch Manning or a high-upside pick like LaNoris Sellers, DJ Lagway or John Mateer?
Advocate LSU football beat writer Wilson Alexander joins the show to give us his SEC quarterback tiers. We'll talk all 16 signal-callers in the league, who can make a jump and where Nussmeier fits on the list.
#sec #secfootball #collegefootball #secquarterbacks #lsu #geauxtigers #hookemhorns #gogators #football #quarterbacks

April 28: LSU baseball wins BIG series over Tennessee28 Apr 202500:39:25

The LSU baseball team took two out of three against Tennessee this weekend in a matchup of the past two national champions. Zach Ewing and Advocate beat writer Koki Riley go through the series game-by-game, with a particular focus on LSU's epic comeback in the Friday night (actually early Saturday morning) ninth inning. We also talk about Jay Johnson's varied pitching strategies and Derek Curiel's sensational freshman season.
#lsu #geauxtigers #lsutigers #secbaseball #collegebaseball #baseball #govols

Is LSU baseball slump a sign of postseason trouble?22 Apr 202500:38:27

The LSU baseball team has lost four of its last six SEC games, but is it really a sign of trouble, or just a normal baseball slump? Our LSU Insiders — Advocate beat writer Koki Riley and editor Zach Ewing — examine the team's recent form and where it can go from here with a huge series coming up against Tennessee.
#lsu #geauxtigers #lsubaseball #collegebaseball #lsutigers

LSU spring football: The good, the bad and what's to come17 Apr 202500:32:44
The LSU football team wrapped up spring practice on Thursday, so Advocate beat writer Wilson Alexander and host Zach Ewing break down their takeaways from the spring session. Included: • Why an impressive pass rush could be a double-edged sword • Brian Kelly's comments about this being his best roster at LSU • Shuffling in the secondary • Spring transfer portal needs   #lsu #geauxtigers #lsufootball #secfootball #collegefootball #springfootball
April 16: Keys to repeat national title for LSU gymnastics16 Apr 202500:26:54

The LSU gymnastics team heads to Forth Worth, Texas, this weekend in hopes of repeating as national champions. The Tigers will face seven of the nation's other top teams in hopes of winning its second straight title. Our LSU Sports Insiders — columnist Scott Rabalais and host Zach Ewing — preview the national championship meet, including LSU's mindset, momentum and projected lineup as well as some of the top competition, including SEC foes Oklahoma and Florida. #lsu #gymnastics #geauxtigers #collegegymnastics #lsutigers

April 8: LSU's historic pitching performance; Auburn series preview08 Apr 202500:37:01

The LSU baseball team swept Oklahoma last weekend, allowing just four runs and using only five pitchers over the three-game series. Advocate beat writer Koki Riley joins host Zach Ewing to dissect the sweep, exactly what went into it (windy weather played its role) and preview the Tigers vs. Tigers showdown this coming weekend in Auburn.
#lsu #geauxtigers #collegebaseball #secbaseball #lsutigers #wareagle #boomersooner

Portal shopping with LSU men's basketball07 Apr 202500:35:53
The LSU men's basketball team has undergone a severe roster overhaul after a miserable season, seeing six players leave via the transfer portal and bringing in five (so far). Our LSU Sports Insiders — men's basketball beat writer Toyloy Brown and editor Zach Ewing — break down the moves, including a big swing for UNLV point guard Dedan Thomas and the departure of Vyctorius Miller. We also have some breaking news regarding Matt McMahon's staff at LSU. Finally, Toyloy answers the question: Is this roster demonstrably better than it was a month ago? #lsu #geauxtigers #collegebasketball #marchmadness #finalfour #transferportal #mensbasketball
April 3: Portal shopping with LSU women's basketball03 Apr 202500:49:08

The LSU women's basketball season came to an end in the Elite Eight last weekend, and now the Tigers turn their focus to the offseason. LSU has the nation's top recruiting class but also has lost two players to transfer, including breakout NCAA tournament star Sa'Myah Smith.
So where do the Tigers go from here? Is Flau'jae Johnson coming back? Who will they look for in the transfer portal? And is next season the year in which they go back to the Final Four to meet increasingly high expectations?
Our LSU Insiders — host Zach Ewing, beat writer Reed Darcey and columnist Scott Rabalais — break down those questions and more on this episode.
#lsu #geauxtigers #ncaatournament #marchmadness #womensbasketball #collegebeasketball #transferportal

April 1: Buckets of rain. 27 hours at the ballpark. And a sweep.01 Apr 202500:36:32

The LSU baseball team waited out multiple long rain delays to sweep Mississippi State last weekend at Alex Box Stadium, running the Tigers' SEC record to 7-2 and setting them up for a big series at No. 10 Oklahoma this weekend. Advocate beat writer Koki Riley joins host Zach Ewing for a dive into what is working for LSU, including: • The shutdown law firm of Cowan and Evans • A deep lineup that is suddenly hitting more homers • A multi-faceted offensive approach We also take a look at the Oklahoma series and where the Tigers stand after three of 10 SEC series.

#lsu #geauxtigers #lsubaseball #collegebaseball #boomersooner #hailstate

Final thoughts on spring football and LSU in the NFL Draft23 Apr 202600:28:38

The LSU football team wraps up spring football this week, and the LSU Sports Insiders are here to talk about impressions over the past few weeks. We discuss the backup quarterbacks, Landen Clark and Husan Longstreet, and Lane Kiffin's comments that they had improved from a "concerning" start.

We also discuss Reed Darcey's standouts of spring camp and take a look at the NFL draft, where Mansoor Delane is expected to go in the first round. And what about Garrett Nussmeier? 

#lsu #lsutigers #geauxtigers #lsufootball #springfootball #secfootball #nfl #nfldraft #lanekiffin

March 29: Previewing LSU's Elite Eight matchup with No. 1 UCLA29 Mar 202500:16:53

The LSU women's basketball team will play top overall seed UCLA in the regional final on Sunday in Spokane, Washington with a trip to the Final Four on the line. The Tigers cruised through the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament, then outlasted NC State in the Sweet 16. Now they're underdogs but have a chance to return to the national semifinals for the second time in three seasons. Advocate beat writer Reed Darcey joins Zach Ewing live from Spokane to preview the matchup and give an update on injured LSU star Flau'jae Johnson. #lsu #geauxtigers #ucla #eightclap #lsutigers #collegebasketball #ncaatournament #marchmadness #womensbasketball #elite8

March 26: LSU storms into Sweet 16 ... what are their Final Four chances?26 Mar 202500:15:56

After a stunningly good weekend at home in the opening weekend of the NCAA tournament, the LSU women's basketball team heads west for the Sweet 16. Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais and editor Zach Ewing break down the Spokane 1 region, where the Tigers will face NC State, with the winner facing either UCLA or Ole Miss in the Elite Eight. Can LSU return to the Final Four? We're about to find out.

#lsu #geauxtigers #ncaatournament #marchmadness #womensbasketball #collegebasketball #ncstate

March 25: LSU spring football update: Standouts, position battles and more25 Mar 202500:31:05

The LSU football team is more than halfway through spring practice, and Advocate beat writer Wilson Alexander is here to talk us through his observations on who's making waves at camp, where the Tigers stand with position battles and other takeaways from the open practices and press conferences he's attended.
#lsu #geauxtigers #springfootball #collegefootball #lsufootball #nfldraft

March 24: LSU men's basketball and what lies ahead24 Mar 202500:43:52

The LSU men's basketball team suffered through a terrible season in coach Matt McMahon's third year in Baton Rouge. Our LSU Sports Insiders — Advocate beat writer TJ Brown and editor Zach Ewing — break down just how bad things got, why everything went wrong and, crucially, what's next for McMahon and a roster that could see a significant amount of turnover in the transfer portal.
Included:
• However bad you thought LSU's season was, the reality was probably worse
• Why keeping McMahon for another season makes sense — but that seat is going to be HOT
• The two building blocks the Tigers need to keep around
• Even with increased NIL money, how do you convince transfers to come here?

#lsu #geauxtigers #marchmadness #secbasketball #collegebasketball

March 23: LSU women's showdown with Florida State24 Mar 202500:13:15

The LSU women's basketball team looks to return to the Sweet 16 for the third straight year when the third-seeded Tigers face No. 6 seed Florida State at the PMAC on Monday afternoon. Advocate beat writer Reed Darcey and editor Zach Ewing break down the matchup, looking back at both teams' first-round games and what to expect from the second-round showdown. The Advocate's coverage of LSU women's basketball in the NCAA tournament is sponsored by Our Lady of the Lake, the championship healthcare provider of LSU athletics. #lsu #geauxtigers #womensbasketball #marchmadness #ncaatournament #collegebasketball

March 20: LSU baseball set for Texas showdown; gymnastics aims for SEC title20 Mar 202500:47:34

It's a big weekend across LSU athletics. We talked women's basketball on Monday's episode, and now we turn our attention to the No. 2 Tigers baseball team, which swept Missouri to open SEC play and now steps up in competition — and on the road — to face a fellow top-10 team in Texas.
Advocate beat writer Koki Riley and columnist Scott Rabalais give their take on what the Tigers did well against Mizzou, where they struggled and how they match up with the Longhorns.
Later, Rabalais and host Zach Ewing dissect the SEC gymnastics championships, where LSU is the No. 2 seed behind Oklahoma as the Tigers look to repeat as conference championships on their way to nationals next month.
#lsu #geauxtigers #secbaseball #collegebaseball #gymnastics #collegegymnastics #sec #hookemhorns

March 17: LSU's NCAA tournament draw is exactly what it needed17 Mar 202500:34:15

The LSU women's basketball team learned its NCAA tournament fate on Selection Sunday. The Tigers were given a No. 3 seed and marching orders to face San Diego State in a late-night tipoff Saturday night, followed by a possible game against the winner of the Florida State and George Mason. After that, it would be a trip to Spokane, Washington, for the Sweet 16. In this episode, LSU Sports Insiders — Advocate beat writer Reed Darcey and editor Zach Ewing — discuss the draw, what pitfalls might be in store for LSU but ultimately why the Tigers got everything they wanted out of this draw. #lsu #geauxtigers #collegebasketball #marchmadness #womensbasketball #ncaatournament

March 12: Joe Healy previews SEC baseball season; LSU men's basketball's last stand12 Mar 202500:56:03

The SEC baseball season opens Friday, with No. 1 LSU taking on Missouri at Alex Box Stadium. Our LSU Sports Insiders, Advocate beat writer Koki Riley and editor Zach Ewing, chat with Joe Healy of D1Baseball to help preview the conference season:

• Why does D1 have LSU ranked No. 1 over Tennessee?

• What storylines is Joe following in SEC play?

• How many teams could make the NCAA regionals?

• LSU's schedule, series by series

Later, men's basketball beat writer Toyloy (TJ) Brown joins the show to preview the Tigers in the SEC men's basketball tournament against Mississippi State and give his prediction on who cuts down the nets in Nashville.

 #lsu #geauxtigers #lsubaseball #secbaseball #collegebaseball #lsubasketball #collegebasketball #secbasketball #marchmadness

March 10: LSU spring football – position battles, newcomers, storylines10 Mar 202500:44:59

LSU started spring football practice Saturday, and so officially begins a 2025 season that's a crucial one for the program. Garrett Nussmeier returns at quarterback, Harold Perkins is back on defense, and yet the big storyline is how many heralded newcomers the Tigers are welcoming to campus. The Advocate's LSU Sports Insiders — beat writer Wilson Alexander, columnist Scott Rabalais and editor Zach Ewing — are here with a spring football preview. We cover: • The expectations for LSU and Nussmeier and how they will ratchet up • Offensive line: Somebody's gotta step up • Secondary: Talent infusion • Wide receivers: What's the pecking order? • Which newcomers most intrigue you? • Other storylines to watch #lsu #geauxtigers #lsufootball #secfootball #collegefootball #springfootball

March 5: LSU baseball is No. 1 — here's why it can stay there05 Mar 202500:35:11

The LSU baseball team rose to No. 1 in several major rankings after a 4-0 week in Texas. The Tigers needed a big comeback to survive their first game as the nation's top team against North Dakota State, but our LSU Sports Insiders — host Zach Ewing and Advocate beat writer Koki Riley — say there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about LSU staying at or near the top of the polls for the remainder of the 2025 season.
We also recap:
• Why LSU's pitching might have been better than it looked in Texas
• What makes the Tigers' offense so potent
• Bullpen depth
• Proven ability to make comebacks and why it's important

#lsu #geauxtigers #collegebaseball #ncaabaseball #lsutigers

LSU baseball emergency: Adjustments that could save the season20 Apr 202600:37:19

The LSU baseball team was swept again this past weekend, losing all three games to Texas A&M without really coming close in any of them. The LSU Sports Insiders take a look at how slim the margin for error is for the Tigers to make the NCAA tournament, Jay Johnson's revealing comments about how he erred in building the 2026 roster and what realistically can be fixed for LSU to turn things around in the final month of the season.

We also tip our cap to the LSU gymnastics team, which finished as national runner-up this past weekend.

#lsu #lsutigers #geauxtigers #lsubaseball #secbaseball #collegebaseball #d1baseball #lsugymnastics #collegegymnastics

March 3: Kim Mulkey's calculated risk with Flau'jae Johnson03 Mar 202500:34:21

LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey said she's benching star Flau'jae Johnson for the SEC tournament this week so that Johnson can rest her ailing shin. The idea is to have her star healthy for the NCAA tournament in two weeks, but how much will the maneuver cost the Tigers in terms of their seed if they perform poorly at the SEC tourney after losing their final two regular-season games? Our LSU Sports Insiders, with Advocate beat writer Reed Darcey and host Zach Ewing, break down the situation and offer a preview of the SEC tournament on this episode. #lsu #geauxtigers #sectournament #womensbasketball #secbasketball #marchmadness #kimmulkey

Feb. 26: The (not so) secret weapons for LSU baseball26 Feb 202500:37:30

The LSU baseball team is off to a 7-1 start, and the most promising performances thus far have come its four freshman pitchers, who have combined to allow one earned run with 24 strikeouts in 17 innings pitched. Our LSU Insiders — Advocate beat writer Koki Riley with host Zach Ewing — break down what has made William Schmidt, Casan Evans, Cooper Williams and Mavrick Rizy so effective so early in their LSU careers.
Also in this episode:
• How concerning was LSU's 11-inning power outage on offense?
• What about the lack of home runs in general?
• The pitching plan for Wednesday's game vs. Dallas Baptist
• Breakdown of LSU's opponents this weekend in Frisco: Kansas State, Nebraska and Sam Houston
#lsu #lsubaseball #collegebaseball #geauxtigers #secbaseball

Feb. 24: How do Kim Mulkey and LSU keep winning close games?24 Feb 202500:33:43

The LSU women's basketball team beat Kentucky 65-58 on Sunday, notching another tight win against a top 25 team in what's been a fabulous 27-2 season. It was also coach Kim Mulkey's 750th career victory as a head coach.
What is it about Mulkey — and specifically about this LSU team — in close games? The Tigers are now 7-1 in games decided by seven points or less, and they continue to find ways to win without blowing anyone out.
Our LSU Sports Insiders break it down, with Advocate beat writer Reed Darcey and columnist Scott Rabalais joining host Zach Ewing to talk about exactly why LSU is so lethal in close games.
#lsu #geauxtigers #womensbasketball #collegebasketball #secbasketball #lsubasketball

Feb. 20: Do we really need CFP expansion again?20 Feb 202500:47:04

The LSU Sports Insider is back with an inside look at the SEC and Big Ten meetings in New Orleans this week. What exactly do the big-time conferences want when it comes to College Football Playoff expansion? Why four auto-bids? And if the other conferences don't go along, can the SEC and Big Ten force this through?
Our Insiders — Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais and LSU football beat writer Wilson Alexander — join host Zach Ewing to talk through the issue and whether it's good for LSU.
Also, LSU basketball beat writer Toyloy Brown is here to talk about the Tigers' sudden change of fortunes and how they actually still have a chance at the NIT.
#lsu #sec #cfp #collegefootball #collegebasketball #marchmadness #geauxtigers

LSU sports' busy weekend sees big gymnastics win, tough basketball loss19 Feb 202500:41:26
It was very nearly a perfect weekend for LSU athletics, which saw top-10 teams in gymnastics, baseball and softball all go unbeaten, including the gymnastics team's seismic victory over No. 1 Oklahoma. Even the men's basketball team got in on the act, rallying late for a road win. The only stone in the shoe was the women's basketball team, which had a second-half lead at No. 3 Texas but couldn't hold on. What does that mean for the Tigers, and what about all of the other teams' success? Our LSU Insiders — beat writers Reed Darcey and Koki Riley and host Zach Ewing — discuss on today's episode.
LSU baseball season preview, Part 2: Omaha or bust?14 Feb 202500:43:17

Advocate beat writer Koki Riley is back along with sports columnist Scott Rabalais to finish a comprehensive preview of the upcoming LSU baseball season. 
In the last preview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3afboHn7kTw), we discussed the LSU roster and where it's strongest and weakest. This time, it's a look at the schedule and what expectations should be for the Tigers, who are ranked No. 2 or No. 3 in every preseason poll. Finally, Koki and Scott give their takes on what could stand in LSU's way and predict whether the Tigers make it back to Omaha for the College World Series.
Also, check out our one-on-one conversation with coach Jay Johnson from last month: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RDm4LcyeW0
#lsu #geauxtigers #lsubaseball #collegebaseball #gymnastics

Feb. 12: LSU women's team keeps finding a way; the men ... not so much12 Feb 202500:35:45

The LSU women's basketball team won another nail-biter on Sunday, downing Tennessee 82-77 in a game that featured six lead changes and was close throughout. The Tigers are now 25-1 overall and 10-1 in SEC play with a massive trip to No. 3 Texas coming up next. We break down how LSU keeps finding a way, the matchup with the Longhorns and what the Tigers' path to a No. 1 seed looks like with Advocate beat writer Reed Darcey.
On the men's side, Advocate beat writer Toyloy Brown joins the show to discuss basically the opposite: How did LSU manage to prolong its misery by blowing an 11-point lead in the final minutes against Ole Miss? And what does the rest of the season mean for Matt McMahon's future?
#lsu #geauxtigers #collegebasketball #womensbasketball #marchmadness #secbasketball

Feb. 5: LSU baseball preview, Part 1: Talent everywhere05 Feb 202500:41:33

As the LSU baseball team prepares for its 2025 season opener next week, Advocate beat writer Koki Riley joins host Zach Ewing for Part 1 of a two-part season preview.
In this episode, Koki breaks down the roster from starting rotation to bullpen to lineup, taking a look at returners and newcomers for a team that Baseball America has ranked No. 2 in the country in its preseason poll.
Will Kade Anderson become the Tigers' ace? Is Gavin Guidry best suited as a closer? And who will step into a starring role in the lineup? We answer those questions and more in this episode.
#lsu #geauxtigers #lsubaseball #collegebaseball #secbaseball

Jan. 31: LSU football at No. 4? Preseason expectations are HIGH31 Jan 202500:32:53

Many pundits have revealed "way too early" college football top 25s for 2025 that include LSU prominently — as high as No. 4.
Is that too high? And how much does it ratchet up the pressure on Brian Kelly, Garrett Nussmeier and the Tigers?
Our LSU Sports Insiders — Advocate beat writer Wilson Alexander, columnist Scott Rabalais and editor Zach Ewing — break down the issue.
In addition, we'll take a quick look at the women's basketball classic between LSU and Oklahoma on Thursday night.
#lsu #lsufootball #geauxtigers #collegefootball #heismantrophy #top25 #womensbasketball

Jan. 28: LSU's big week at the PMAC28 Jan 202500:45:55

After a battle at No. 4 Alabama on Saturday, the LSU men's basketball team turns around and must face No. 1 Auburn at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on Wednesday night.
It's a big week at the PMAC, as the next night, the No. 7 LSU women's team faces No. 13 Oklahoma.
Our LSU Sports Insiders — Advocate beat writers Reed Darcey and Toyloy Brown with editor Zach Ewing — break down the matchups, the keys to a men's upset and a women's win and much more, including the basketball debut of LSU football freshman Trey'Dez Green.
#lsu #geauxtigers #collegebasketball #womensbasketball #lsufootball #secbasketball

Geaux for gold: What it'll take for LSU gymnastics to win another title16 Apr 202600:22:56

The LSU gymnastics team heads to Fort Worth, Texas, this weekend for the national championships as the Tigers look for their second national title in three years. LSU failed in the semifinals last year, and the LSU Insiders tell us what it'll take to get to the finish line this year. We break down Kailin Chio's record-breaking season and detail some injuries that will be key for the Tigers' chances. Plus: a look at Sam Burns' weekend at The Masters.

#lsu #lsutigers #geauxtigers #collegegymnastics #gymnast #gymnastics #kailinchio

20-0 LSU gets big, bad South Carolina next20 Jan 202500:41:28

The LSU women's basketball team stayed perfect on the season with a victory at Florida on Sunday. Now comes the tallest task of all, a trip to South Carolina to face the Gamecocks, who have handed the Tigers four of their 10 losses over the previous three seasons.
What are the keys to the matchup, and what does this one mean to LSU? Advocate women's basketball beat writer Reed Darcey joins host Zach Ewing to break it down on the latest episode of the LSU Sports Insider.
#lsu #geauxtigers #southcarolina #womensbasketball #womenshoops #collegebasketball

Jan. 16: What does Notre Dame's run mean for Brian Kelly?16 Jan 202500:50:03

While Brian Kelly's LSU football team has failed to reach the College Football Playoff in his three years in Baton Rouge, his old school — Notre Dame — will play Ohio State in the national championship game Monday night in Atlanta.
Is that development an indictment of Kelly? Does it put more even pressure on him? Or should he be credited with planting the seeds for Notre Dame's success?
Our LSU Sports Insiders — football beat writer Wilson Alexander, columnist Scott Rabalais, beat writer Koki Riley and editor Zach Ewing — discuss the issue. Plus, we offer our keys to the national championship game and predict the winner between Notre Dame and Ohio State.
#lsu #geauxtigers #lsufootball #collegefootball #cfp #cfptitlegame #notredame #goirish

Jan. 13: LSU baseball coach Jay Johnson joins the show13 Jan 202500:42:31

The LSU Sports Insider welcomes a special guest for today's show: LSU baseball coach Jay Johnson, who gives us insight on the 2025 Tigers, who are about to begin practice with a preseason No. 2 ranking and championship aspirations.
• Who are the newcomers to keep an eye on?
• How does Johnson feel about this team compared to years past?
• New-look pitching staff
• Position battles at catcher, third base
• Adding Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC
• And much more

#lsu #geauxtigers #collegebaseball #lsubaseball

Jan. 9: Panic time for LSU men's basketball, plus CFP picks09 Jan 202500:39:20

Ordinarily, an 0-2 start to SEC play would be no more than a mild irritation for LSU's men's basketball team. But given the strength of the conference this season and a schedule with the stronger teams still to come, the Tigers may be in for a difficult road.
Advocate men's basketball beat writer Toyloy Brown joins the show to talk about the path forward and how LSU can turn it around.
Also, Adovcate columnist Scott Rabalais has an update on LSU gymnastics and College Football Playoff semifinal breakdown and picks.
#lsu #geauxtigers #collegebasketball #secbasketball #gymnastics #cfp #orangebowl #cottonbowl

Jan. 6: LSU women roll into matchup with Lady Vols06 Jan 202500:24:41

The LSU women's basketball team has checked the first two boxes of SEC play, routing Arkansas and holding off Auburn.
Now comes the Tigers' toughest test yet, a trip to Knoxville to face the Tennessee Lady Vols in a game between two top-15 teams.
What can we take away from LSU's 2-0 start in the SEC? Where will Tennessee challenge the Tigers? And why was the Kim Mulkey Lookalike Contest so great?
Advocate beat writer Reed Darcey answers those questions and more with editor and host Zach Ewing on this episode of the LSU Sports Insider.
Link to Kim Mulkey photo gallery: https://www.nola.com/multimedia/photos-lsu-fans-dress-like-kim-mulkey/collection_bf5fbf96-cbcd-11ef-832c-7b4498f50156.html#1

#lsu #geauxtigers #secbasketball #womensbasketball #ladyvols #tennessee #kimmulkey

Jan 2: Breaking down SEC basketball races for LSU men, women02 Jan 202500:48:00
The LSU women's basketball team opens SEC play Thursday at Arkansas, and the men's team does the same a couple of days later at home against Vanderbilt. The SEC is loaded on both sides, so our LSU Sports Insiders — Advocate beat writers Reed Darcey and Toyloy Brown and editor Zach Ewing — break down what we learned in non-conference play, what LSU's teams need to do better in conference and how we see the SEC race shaking out. #lsu #geauxtigers #collegebasketball #womensbasketball #secbasketball
Dec. 30: How will LSU look different in Texas Bowl vs. Baylor?31 Dec 202400:47:35

The LSU football team concludes its 2024 season on New Year's Eve with a Texas Bowl matchup against Baylor. Our LSU Sports Insider crew of Advocate beat writer Wilson Alexander, columnist Scott Rabalais and editor Zach Ewing break down the matchup between the Tigers and Bears, including new weapons for LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier, a new-look defense and a surging Baylor team. We finish off with keys to the game and predictions.

#lsu #geauxtigers #baylor #sicem #texasbowl #bowlseason #bowlgames #collegefootball

Dec. 23: LSU continues to ace the transfer portal23 Dec 202400:38:11

The LSU football team has made another seven additions via the transfer portal in the past week, including Florida State edge rusher Patrick Payton, Oklahoma wide receiver Nic Anderson and Virginia Tech defensive back Mansoor Delane.
Our LSU football beat writer at The Advocate, Wilson Alexander, breaks down the new additions, why they can make a big impact on the 2025 team and gives his list for what the Tigers are still looking for in this episode.
Also, Wilson and host Zach Ewing discuss the Texas Bowl and their reactions to the first round of the College Football Playoff.
#lsu #geauxtigers #transferportal #collegefootball #cfp #ncaafootball

Dec. 19: LSU gymnastics has a realistic chance to repeat19 Dec 202400:34:58

In today's episode of the LSU Sports Insider, our experts from The Advocate provide an LSU gymnastics season preview. The Tigers won the national championship last year and returned Monday with their "Gymnastics 101" exhibition. Advocate columnist Scott Rabalais and editor Zach Ewing cover it all: returning stars Haleigh Bryant and Aleah Finnegan, injured phenom Konnor McClain, newcomers like Kaitlin Chio and social media sensation Livvy Dunne, we cover it all. Also: College Football Playoff picks and predictions! #lsu #geauxtigers #gymnastics #ncaagymnastics #livvy

Dec. 16: LSU is off to a hot start in the transfer portal16 Dec 202400:42:10

It hasn't taken Brian Kelly and staff long to make an impact in the transfer portal. LSU has landed starting-caliber players at five (and live during the recording, make it six!) positions.
Our Advocate LSU beat writers, Wilson Alexander and Koki Riley, join host Zach Ewing to discuss the additions, which might have the biggest impact and what else the Tigers are still searching for in the transfer portal.
We also take a look at news surrounding LSU's upcoming matchup with Baylor in the Texas Bowl and make our first-round College Football Playoff picks.
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What we've learned from LSU spring football, plus women's basketball and baseball14 Apr 202600:46:18

It's a busy spring at LSU, where the football team is deep into spring practices. What have our LSU Insiders observed from the open sessions? Is the offense a step behind the defense without Sam Leavitt participating? And what about the offensive line has us optimistic?

Meanwhile, Flau'jae Johnson had an interesting night at the WNBA Draft, and the LSU women's basketball team has had its share of drama in the transfer portal, too.

And finally, what's up with LSU baseball, which got punched (sorry) at Ole Miss last weekend? 

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Dec. 12: LSU's basketball teams are rolling12 Dec 202400:42:33

A month into basketball season, LSU women's basketball team is unbeaten and ranked No. 4 in the country. More surprising, the men's team is 8-1 and looks like a strong contender for an NCAA tournament berth. Advocate beat writers Reed Darcey and Toyloy Brown III break down the teams' hot starts, what's gone right and what could still be improved, with editor and host Zach Ewing in this episode of the LSU Sports Insider. Included: • How the women's team has pulled off two unlikely comeback victories • Why the men's team didn't slow down after Jalen Reed's season-ending injury • The SEC is as tough as it's ever been, especially on the men's side • Players of the week and more #lsu #geauxtigers #ncaabasketball #collegebasketball #womensbasketball

Dec. 11: Instant reaction: Garrett Nussmeier is back11 Dec 202400:12:18

LSU starting quarterback Garrett Nussmeier announced Wednesday evening that he's returning to Baton Rouge for his final season of eligibility. Advocate beat writer Wilson Alexander and editor Zach Ewing break down the decision, where Nussmeier can grow in his final season with the Tigers and how LSU moves forward with its offseason. #lsu #geauxtigers #lsutigers #collegefootball

Dec. 9: LSU's transfer portal wish list10 Dec 202400:51:41

The college football transfer portal officially opened Monday morning, and LSU plans to be more active than in the past several years.
What exactly are Brian Kelly and the Tigers looking for? And what might they lose off of their roster? Our LSU Sports Insider crew breaks it down and also offers thoughts on the Texas Bowl matchup with Baylor and the College Football Playoff selection.
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