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We are now just 38 days away from LSU football. That’s less than two months - the 2017 offseason is almost nothing more than a distant memory.
Go. Go. Go.@coachgrimey's offensive linemen have paved the way for three-consecutive 1,000 yd rushers. They're back for more in seven days! pic.twitter.com/OKN0BCiVpV
— LSU Football (@LSUfootball) July 24, 2017
While the season opener will be played on the road against BYU in Houston, TX at NRG Stadium on Sept. 2, the home opener will be played on Sept. 9 vs. Chattanooga.
Saturday Night in Death Valley!
— LSU Football (@LSUfootball) July 25, 2017
LSU's home opener against Chattanooga will be played under the lights. https://t.co/zZvymcY7RR pic.twitter.com/hDCzVKq44p
Ross Dellenger of The Advocate posted an article of three Tiger seniors to count on this season. He highlighted quarterback Danny Etling, left tackle K.J. Malone and wide receiver D.J. Chark as the team’s most reliable on offense.
Etling received additional praise from ArkLaTex.com’s Tim Owens, who reported the former Purdue signal-caller was already looking even more impressive than last year.
Expect big things from LSU Swimming and Diving as well this year. The team recently hired Olympian Milorad Cavic as an assistant coach. Welcome to the family, Milorad.
We would like to announce the newest addition to our coaching staff, Milorad Cavic! Welcome to the Tiger family!
— LSU Swimming&Diving (@LSUSwimDive) July 25, 2017
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On Tuesday, LSU announced they will be partnering with Aramark as a Concessionaire this season in an effort to enhance fan experience. The partnership will kick off as soon as the season starts vs. BYU.
We are so excited to bring our experience & expertise to the great fans at @lsu! https://t.co/yNogiBuSpm pic.twitter.com/UmI5cVZgNm
— Aramark Sports (@AramarkSports) July 25, 2017
Former LSU football star and first-round draft pick Booger McFarland will be taking his career to the broadcast booth, where he will join ABC as an analyst. The move will be an upgrade from the SEC Network, where McFarland has spent the last three years.