How will Louisiana football do in its first year without Billy Napier?

[Cajunrunner]

Is there any chance we can block anything with Napier’s name attached to it? I’m so sick of seeing it. This ain’t the university of Billy Napier.

I understand the frustration, but the reality is we were never on the national radar other than one win in ‘96 vs on overranked A&M team and our near upset vs Florida until Billy Napier came along.

I do hope Coach Dez can shed that monkey, and sooner the better for him and us. Would be awesome.

[Jacob81]

There are concerns but man this schedule is perfect for a run. Should be able to get the new starters some time against weaker early schedule. I see Marshall as our first test.

[JMV JustMyView]

There are concerns but man this schedule is perfect for a run. Should be able to get the new starters some time against weaker early schedule. I see Marshall as our first test.

Don't over look the first game of the season.

[Jacob81]

Don't over look the first game of the season.

No offense to SLU, and not saying it’s a guaranteed win, but as I fan with expectations I have to overlook that game. Along with the next 2-3 as well. Haha

[UL_Cajuns]

Schedule is so easy we could be undefeated or only have 2 losses on the year. Another double digit win year!

[Cajunrunner]

Don't over look the first game of the season.

They’re having to replace Cole Kelly. That dude was a stud.

[cjr3888]

Don't over look the first game of the season.

Lots of talent in the secondary. Look for us not to try & throw in Zy's direction (6'3" CB/Freshmen All-American). We will target Delahoussaye (5'10" CB) and the middle of the field. Linebackers are close to the worst in FCS, which is why they recruited that position hard in the offseason. Should be able to rush up and down the field on the defense.

Lots of speed on offense (Larvadain can fly) but they're replacing their QB (lead rusher), top WR, & both TE's. CJ5 was the backup last season. He can run but I don't think I saw him complete a single pass in the games I watched. You'll see lots of 5 wide with quick passes then a shot deep. On the goal line, look for the naked boot throwing to either weak side TE or TE that goes in motion (Both big TE's they used last year are gone).

Yes, it's ok for fans to overlook this game due to the amount of firepower SLU lost on offense. We all know the team will be focused.

[Duggie35]

Is there any chance we can block anything with Napier’s name attached to it? I’m so sick of seeing it. This ain’t the university of Billy Napier.

I personally don't have an issue with Billy Napier or how he left. We were hoping to get to the place he led this program to for my entire life. I understand what you are saying and don't necessarily disagree. However, the best way to make everyone put Napier in the rearview mirror will be for the program to continue with the success that he established here. At the end of this season (and possibly next) if the Cajuns are playing for another Conference Championship and win 8-9 games, I think the national spotlight will quickly shift from Napier to Dez.

[moorecajun]

I personally don't have an issue with Billy Napier or how he left. We were hoping to get to the place he led this program to for my entire life. I understand what you are saying and don't necessarily disagree. However, the best way to make everyone put Napier in the rearview mirror will be for the program to continue with the success that he established here. At the end of this season (and possibly next) if the Cajuns are playing for another Conference Championship and win 8-9 games, I think the national spotlight will quickly shift from Napier to Dez.

Not just Des, but the RAGIN CAJUNS as the new team to watch for!

(written in my best chear leader outfit!)

[thecajunitalian]

I have us at 13-1 with only a field goal loss to FSU.