After helping Pearl River Community College in Mississippi win two state titles and one national championship, Justin Branden arrived at UL with big expectations for his junior season.

Branden dressed for all 12 games last year but saw time in only six games at cornerback and on special teams.

Now he's ready to close out his Ragin' Cajun career with a breakout senior season. Branden entered fall camp atop the depth chart at cornerback.

The New Orleans native recently talked with The Daily Advertiser about his family, where he considers home and his future.

Question: What do you love the most about the game of football?

Answer: I like the camaraderie. My family is in California and Texas. Football is my family whenever I'm away from them. The best part about this game is that one-on-one competition on the corner. That's what it's all about.

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Joshua Parrott • jparrott@theadvertiser.com • August 19, 2008