The Book 2008 Football

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LAFAYETTE — The University of Louisiana defense displayed its new “TNT” slogan with authority Saturday morning during an intrasquad scrimmage at Cajun Field.

UL’s defenders recovered three fumbles and had clearly seized momentum by the time coaches ended the two-hour, game-situation practice.

Defensive coordinator Kevin Fouquier said the defense has selected a motto — tackles and turnovers — this year after finishing near the bottom of the Sun Belt Conference in just about every defensive category in 2007.

That sense of improvement could be seen frequently on Saturday, Fouquier said.

“I saw a defense that was playing with a great attitude and passion today.

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By BOB ARDOIN
Special To The Advocate

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 LAFAYETTE, LA (AP) - The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns know one thing about the upcoming season - they should be able to run the football about as well as anyone.

Less certain is the Cajuns' ability to throw the football and play defense. How balanced they become will be the key to their season.

UL, 3-9 last season and 3-4 in the Sun Belt Conference, ranked seventh in the nation in rushing yards per game last season with 251.6. Quarterback Michael Desormeaux and running back Tyrell Fenroy, both of whom rushed for 1,000 yards last season, are back for their senior years.

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[CajunConnection]

I think when we win on a consistent basis like Southern Miss the city will come around.
We can start by taking it to the Eagles on Game Day and winning it.

CC

[DestinCajun]

I think when we win on a consistent basis like Southern Miss the city will come around.
CC

CC, you just might be on to something. We need to put that thought to the test. NOW!!!!

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HATTIESBURG, Miss. — Southern Miss has defensive issues with only four starters returning, but cornerback C.J. Bailey doesn't see many problems in the secondary.

Bailey had 10 starts last season as a redshirt freshman and was productive, making 40 tackles, breaking up 10 passes and recording two interceptions. His performance earned Conference USA All-Freshman recognition, and he has been selected as a preseason first-team all-conference choice by Athlon Sports.

"I gained a lot of experience last year, and I've got to build on it," the Moss Point, Miss., native said as the Golden Eagles continue preparations for the Aug. 30 opener against Louisiana-Lafayette. "I made some mistakes, I learned from them, and I became a better player."

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By KIM SHUGART

[rhineaux]

You must be talking about I-59. Methinks you've been in Texas too long!

Touche'

_ Dude, you are an idiot. _

Touche'

[billbeck451]

what section are the UL tickets?

[Clutch0364]

_ what section are the UL tickets? _

Mine are in Q...Im thinking thats where they all are

[J-Town Cajun]

The name of the DB in the article is CJ Bailey seems real familiar. Did we recruit this guy and maybe he orginally committed to us before signing wity USM. He was a freshman all CUSA. Seems we lost a good one.

[HoustonCajun]

_ The name of the DB in the article is CJ Bailey seems real familiar. Did we recruit this guy and maybe he orginally committed to us before signing wity USM. He was a freshman all CUSA. Seems we lost a good one. _

I've been following the USM websites and they don't seem to be too worried about playing us as an opener. Most are predicting a 45-3 victory for USM. They are looking ahead to Auburn the following week. I hope the team is doing the same. However, it will be the first game for the new coach and the season opener, so the team should be ready. I think this will be a hell of a game, whoever wins it. It is definitely a winnable game for UL. I am predicting an upset win!

[southernmiss]

hope to see all of yaw in hattiesburg. we will have plenty of room, food, and infinitly more important beer. we tailgate in loyalty field right next to the east side of the stadium. hope yaw join us. bring your boudan and we will cook it up to.

southern miss

[SpreadEagle]

hope to see all of yaw in hattiesburg. we will have plenty of room, food, and infinitly more important beer. we tailgate in loyalty field right next to the east side of the stadium. hope yaw join us. bring your boudan and we will cook it up to.

southern miss

He is telling it like it is. Bring yourself to the Rock and party down. It is a blast.