Michael Bonnette

Baton Rouge

Writer at Crescent City Sports

Sports Information Director at LSU. I tweet about LSU, LSU football and of course, Max.

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Football Schedules Home-and-Home Series with SMU

3 days ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE – LSU and SMU have agreed to a two-game home-and-home series beginning in 2028 with an early September contest in Tiger Stadium, the schools announced on Monday. The teams will play on Sept. 2, 2028, in Tiger Stadium followed by a Sept. 1, 2029, contest at SMU in Dallas. The 2028 contest will be the first between the programs since 1934. The teams have met in football on twice with the Mustangs holding an 0-1-1 advantage in the series.
Eight LSU Teams Earn Perfect Academic Progress Rate

1 week ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE – LSU student-athletes continue to combine their success in competition with that of accomplishment in the classroom as 12 teams recorded a 990 or better, including eight with a perfect 1,000, as the NCAA released the Academic Progress Rate for institutions on Tuesday. The APR provides a real-time look at a team’s academic success each semester by tracking the academic progress of each student-athlete on scholarship.
Tight End Taylor Selected in 2025 NFL Draft Second Round

2 weeks ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE – Mason Taylor, the most productive tight end in LSU history, became the first Tiger off the board on Friday as he was taken in the second round with the 42nd overall pick by the New York Jets. Taylor joins offensive tackle Will Campbell as LSU’s first two draft picks in 2025. Campbell was selected No. 4 overall on Thursday night by the New England Patriots.
Live: Campbell No. 4 Overall in 2025 NFL Draft

2 weeks ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE – All-America offensive tackle Will Campbell became the highest-drafted offensive lineman in LSU history on Thursday night as he was selected with the fourth overall pick by the New England Patriots as the first round of the NFL Draft took place in the shadows of legendary Lambeau Field in Green Bay. Campbell becomes the 53rd first round NFL Draft pick for the Tigers and the fourth for head coach Brian Kelly since taking over at LSU in 2022.
TAF Unveils Charles McClendon Plaque at Tiger Stadium

1 month ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE, La. – In celebration of the Charles McClendon Scholarship Foundation’s $1 million commitment to LSU Athletics, the Tiger Athletic Foundation unveiled a plaque outside of Tiger Stadium in honor of the legendary LSU football head coach ahead of Saturday’s National L Club Spring Open Practice.
Football Set to Host Open Practice, Scrimmage and Autograph Session Saturday

1 month ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

April 11, 2025 - 11:33 AM BATON ROUGE – LSU’s 2025 football team will be on display to fans for the first time on Saturday when the Tigers host and open practice and scrimmage followed by an autograph session with players and assistant coaches along with a photo opportunity with head coach Brian Kelly. This year’s event takes the place of the annual spring game. There will be no television coverage or radio broadcast of the event.
Football Announces Plans for Spring Practice Event in Tiger Stadium

1 month ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE – A post-scrimmage autograph session with players and coaches and a picture taking opportunity with head coach Brian Kelly will highlight LSU’s open spring practice presented by Tony Chachere’s on Saturday, April 12 in Tiger Stadium. This year’s event takes the place of the annual spring game. There will be no television coverage or radio broadcast of the event. Fans are invited to watch the Tigers practice and scrimmage beginning at approximately 10:35 a.m. that day.
Funeral Services Set for Former LSU Football Player Marc Boutte

2 months ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE – Funeral services have been set for former LSU football standout Marc Boutte, who passed away last week. Services for Boutte will be held on Saturday, March 15 in Lake Charles at the Combre Funeral Home located at 1200 Mill Street. Visitation will take place from 9 to 10:45 a.m. on Saturday followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Kyle Williams Returns as LSU Football Defensive Line Coach

2 months ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE – Kyle Williams, a former All-America defensive tackle at LSU, has been named defensive line coach for the Tigers, head coach Brian Kelly announced. Williams, who spent 13 years in the NFL with Buffalo Bills, joins the Tigers after five seasons as the defensive coordinator at Ruston High School. Williams will coach the interior defensive line for the Tigers. “Kyle brings an impressive resume to our staff,” Kelly said. “He’s a quality individual with high character.
Moore, Nussmeier, Staley to Headline 2025 LSU Coaches Clinic

2 months ago | lsusports.net | Michael Bonnette

BATON ROUGE – New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore along with offensive coordinator Doug Nussmeier and defensive coordinator Brandon Staley headline the 2025 LSU Coaches Clinic on March 20-22. Registration for the clinic, which will be held at the LSU Football Operations Center, remains open and coaches can register here. Registration fee for the three-day clinic is $75 and includes meals. Moore and Nussmeier recently won the Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles.