Brandeaux

They may still be looking for writers at andthevalleyshook.com. maybe you could channel this energy for pay?

I'm certainly glad you weren't shot. Black people in this country aren't really protesting the fact that they get stopped by the police, they are protesting that they get shot (and arrested) at far, far higher rates than whites. As a 54 year old white, American male, I've lived in other countries where, due to the color of my skin, I was profiled and discriminated against. And while I can't relate to being in black in America, I can relate to feeling angry that people treat me differently (stop me, check my id, threaten me, speak disrespectfully to me, etc.) just because of the color of my skin (and my nationality). It's a very different, and eye opening experience, when the shoe is on the other foot. I don't agree with the protesters that turn violent, but I certainly understand the sense of anger and frustration with a system that has subtle and overt discrimination baked in at every layer. Even this football comments board has overt and subtle racism baked into it. I "tune in" to read about LSU football...and this is one of the few times I've bothered to comment because I know my comments and opinions, based on my own life experiences, aren't welcome by a huge chunk of this site's readers. But I say all this in the hopes that one or two people might stop railing about protesters, liberals, BLM and whatever, and actually consider other people's point of view. Not all white people are bigots, not all black people aren't violent offender and criminals. The issues we're grappling with aren't black and white. They are delightful, disturbing, beautiful and discouraging shades of gray. respectfully (to all).

I'm an LSU fan and I'd miss seeing Jaylen Waddle, too. Helluva talent. Hope he doesn't hurt LSU as bad as he did last year, but that doesn't take away from how entertaining or talented he is. :-) Another guy that I'd miss watching to see how he develops is Guarantano at TN. I'm really interested to see if TN takes a step forward and I think Guarantano's development in his last season will be interesting. (a la Kellen Mond at aTm). That said, pulling for all these kids, coaches and staffs to stay healthy this year. I've had some close friends and family die and/or get really sick from Covid.

As the father of an 18 year old just entering college, I could easily see he changed his mind about majors. Happens ALOT...lol.

LSU has hung 40 or more on every ranked team they've played except Auburn. And even then, they had over 500 yards of offense; just some fluky plays (and some good D by Barn) that kept that close. Anything can happen, but I've watched Georgia and they haven't played a single team that has anything resembling a passing attack. Yes, they have great run D, but when you're facing the QB's Georgia's faced, you can sell out on the run. Going with LSU over Georgia 38-17.

Georgia isn't getting respect because they haven't scored more than 24 points against a ranked opponent and LSU has scored 40 or more against every ranked opponent they've faced except Auburn (on a rainy, muddy field). I do think the dawgs have a chance but they'll have to win the turnover battle and score more than 24 if they want to win. Should be fun game, regardless. I think LSU is playing with house money because we'll get in regardless of the outcome of the game. UGA has to win or spend another offseason wondering if Kirby's the guy to get you over the mountaintop. One way or another, it'll be settled on the field Saturday evening. Geaux Tigers!

I want to see Brady duplicate this year's success with next years QB. As good as the scheme is, Joe Burrow is running the offense on the field. It really helps to have a heisman candidate as your QB. Love what Brady's bought to my Tigers, and the dude certainly deserves a raise and new title (at LSU), but he's got prove himself as a recruiter and talent developer before he should get a head coaching gig at any college. As good as he is, there's still a lot to learn before he takes that next step.

Stoops would be an excellent choise. Dude can coach.

Maybe that dude is sad because he realized how ugly that jacket is? I'd be pretty dejected if I saw myself wearing that abomination.

Chavis might be a good defensive coordinator but he is not a good recruiter. And that's what Arkansas desperately needs if they want to compete in the SEC...talent. When he had the talent around him (that Les Miles helped recruit) he could put together the LSU 2011 defensive. Same when he had Fulmer recruiting for him during Tennessee's run. But without an massive influx of talent, Chavis isn't turning this thing around in Arkansas. Which is fine with me because I am an LSU fan. :-)

I just don't see why all the fuss about Gus? His offense is very basic and relies on premier athletes to make it work. His "scheme" is perfect for high schools but in college, up against great DCs from around the conference, he struggles. Auburn usually gets great athletes due to their region, but they haven't been keeping up with Bama, LSU, or Georgia on that front and when they're outclassed athletically, things fall apart. So, as an LSU fan, I hope they extend the Gus Bus for another decade. :-)