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The LSU Tigers face the Alabama Crimson Tidein a battle to stay alive in the College Football Playoffs.
In this article, we’ll show you the Fighting Tigers 2024 football schedule and how they fare each week against opponents inside and outside the Southeastern Conference.
Kicking off what promises to be a high-scoring season, first-year starter Garrett Nussmeier has stepped in and up admirably to replace Jayden Daniels as LSU’s quarterback. The emergence of freshman running back Caden Durham has added speed and brute force to the rushing attack and Kyren Lacy has become WR1 among a depleted group of wideouts.
Despite the new offensive coordinator, Joe Sloan, the Fighting Tigers are putting points on the board.
LSU 2024 Football Schedule
Date Opponent Time & Location Tickets / Scores Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024 USC Trojans 7:30 p.m. ET, Las Vegas L 20-27 Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024 Nicholls Colonels 6:30 pm Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, La. W 44-21 Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 South Carolina Gamecocks 12 pm, William-Brice Stadium, South Carolina W 36-33 Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024 UCLA Bruins Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, La. W 34-17 Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 South Alabama Jaguars Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, La. W 42-10 Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 Ole Miss Rebels Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, La. W 29-26 Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 Arkansas Razorbacks Donald Reynolds Razorback Stadium, Fayetteville, ARK W 34-10 Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 Texas A&M Aggies Kyle Field, College Station, TX L 23-38 Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 Alabama Crimson Tide Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, La. Get Tickets Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 Florida Gators Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL Get Tickets Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 Vanderbilt Commodores Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, La. Get Tickets Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024 Oklahoma Sooners Tiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, La. Get Tickets Here’s how the Tigers 2024 schedule is playing out:
Week 1: USC 27, LSU 20
USC’s Miller Moss won the battle of quarterbacks over LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier, who completed 29 of 38 passes for 304 yards with two touchdowns and an interception. Moss went 27-of-36 as he shredded LSU’s secondary.
Week 2: LSU 44, Nicholls 21
No. 18 ranked LSU Tigers got their first win of the 2024 season matching up against fellow Louisiana state opponent, Nicholls State, who went toe to toe with the Bayou Bengals until midway through the third quarter.
Week 3: LSU 36, South Carolina 33
The Tigers were led by freshman running back Caden Durham as he led the rushing attack, scoring two touchdowns and running for 98 yards.
Garrett Nussmeier threw for 285 yards and two touchdowns, while tossing one interception as the Tigers won their eighth straight over the Gamecocks (2-1, 1-1).
As of the past three seasons, the head coach of the LSU Tigers football team has been Brian Kelly. He has achieved great strides in a short time, bringing experience and success from his previous tenure at Notre Dame. But is this the year for a championship? It remains to be seen.
Week 4: LSU 34, UCLA 17
Garrett Nussmeier threw for 352 yards and three touchdowns, and No. 16 LSU outswung UCLA 17-0 after halftime for a 34-17 victory.
“Wish we were cleaner in the first half. The mistakes are maddening,” Tigers coach Brian Kelly said. “Those are the guys we got. There’s nobody getting traded. … We’re going to keep working with them and they’re going to turn the corner.”
Week 5: LSU, South Alabama
LSU handily beat South Alabama Jaguars as Garrett Nussmeier threw for a career-high 409 yards and freshman running back Caden Durham had 217 yards.
Week 6: LSU 29, Ole Miss 26
Officially, 102,212 people packed Tiger Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12 to watch LSU’s thrilling come-from-behind victory over the No. 9-ranked Ole Miss Rebels in overtime. Read the game recap.
Week 7: LSU 34, Arkansas 10
LSU looked dominant in a 34-10 victory over the Arkansas Razorbacks in Fayetteville.
Week 8: Texas A&M 38, LSU 23
LSU led 17-7 at the half, but it was all Texas A&M after that. Garrett Nussmeier threw two touchdowns but three interceptions in the worst second half LSU has ever played under Brian Kelly.
Is LSU Good This Year?
The LSU Tigers football team is considered a perennial power in the SEC for several reasons:
- Strong Recruiting: LSU consistently attracts top high school talent from across the country, particularly from the talent-rich state of Louisiana and the southeastern United States.
- Competitive Facilities: LSU boasts state-of-the-art training facilities and a top-notch stadium, Tiger Stadium, known for its intense home-field advantage and enthusiastic fan base.
- Tradition of Excellence: The Tigers have a storied football history, including multiple national championships and numerous SEC titles, which helps maintain a winning culture and attracts high-caliber recruits and coaching talent.
- Effective Coaching: Over the years, LSU has had a series of successful coaches who have implemented effective strategies and developed NFL-caliber players. This includes recent coaches like Ed Orgeron and Brian Kelly.
- Strong Support: The university and local community provide robust support for the football program, including financial backing and fan engagement.
These factors combine to create a winning environment that helps LSU remain competitive in one of the toughest conferences in college football.
How To Watch the Games
You can watch the LSU game on TV/streaming. How To Listen: For radio, you can tune in to the LSU Sports Radio Network broadcast for free on the LSU Sports Mobile App, on a computer at LSUsports.net/live,
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Few things are better than a delicious slice of pizza. And there’s no time like the present: It’s National Pizza Month!
If you love pizza, you’ll appreciate these Louisiana restaurants that are serving it hot and ready for National Pizza Month. Here are some notable deals for National Pizza Month in October 2024:
Domino’s
Enjoy 50% off any size pizza and any type of crust throughout October. 2.
Pizza Hut
Get a large specialty pizza for 50% off when you buy any large pizza using the code BOGO.
California Pizza Kitchen
Receive one free Take & Bake Pizza when you order a Burnt Ends BBQ Pizza or Bacon and Brussels Pizza.
Little Caesars
Offers include 20% off any pizza with a 3 Meat Treat and 10% off any online order of $10 or more.
Final Word
One piece is peace, but two slices are twice as nice!
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Are you getting the most out of LinkedIn.com account?If you’re searching for a job, make sure you have a presence on the professional jobs website.
Don’t have a resume uploaded there? This article is going to show you how to do that.
When you have your resume attached to your profile on LinkedIn, it allows recruiters to find you quickly and easily. Think about it: LinkedIn is a platform for professional content sharing and job finding.
Having an optimized profile — incuding a resume — can help you stand out among hundreds of other job candidates , as well as demonstrate your knowledge and expertise to your network.
Here’s How To Add A Resume To LinkedIn
To add a resume on LInkedIn, here are the steps you need to make:
#1. Log into LInkedIn.com and access your profile by clicking on your picture or the Me tab in the top navigation menu.
2. Once you click on More, it will open up a dialog box that will give you an option to manage your resume.
3. Here’s where you can either upload a resume or create one. Once you add your resume you’ll be able to manage it, including add sections to it.
Once your resume is live on LinkedIn, you’ll be one step closer to being discoverable to recruiters and others on the site.
Next, let’s talk about how to meet people on LinkedIn. The virtues of networking in person go without question, but it’s just as important to do in online.
Want To Customize Your URL?
For branding purposes, some people customize their URL, which LinkedIn allows you to do. To customize your URL, here are the steps.
- Tap on your profile picture.
- Scroll to the Contact section and tap the Edit icon.
- On the Edit contact info page, tap on your Profile URL.
- Under Edit your custom URL, tap the Edit icon next to the URL.
- Type in your name or whatever you want to call yourself as your new custom URL.
- Tap Save.
Final Word
LinkedIn is one of those sites that could pay some big dividends if you use it properly and frequently. Job seekers have had great success by getting their resumes noticed.
LinkedIn offers premium features, such as InMail messages to contact recruiters directly, advanced search filters, and access to additional insights about job postings and applicant profiles.
The best way to search for a job is to take advantage of the people in your life. Think about where you worship, where you shop and those that you know. Oftentimes, those people will know someone who’s hiring and can refer you.
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The New Orleans Saints have a huge game coming up on Thursday Night Football. On October 17, 2024, the Saints play the Denver Broncos at 8:15 p.m. ET and they need a win in the worst way.
If you want to watch the game, you can sign up for Amazon Prime at Amazon.com/Prime, which has a 30-day free trial.
How To Watch Thursday Night Football On Amazon.com
- Open the Prime Video app on your TV, tablet or phone.
- Sign in or sign up for Prime at Amazon.com/Prime
- In the Prime Video app, select Thursday Night Football
Want to see the full Thursday Night Football slate? Download the Thursday Night NFL Schedule.
Where Can I Watch Thursday Night Football?
You can watch Thursday Night Football on Prime Video. People who are already Amazon Prime members already have access to the games. If you’re not a member, you can sign up. Again, it’s no cost for the first 30 days. Catch all the Saints games at your favorite local bar.
Can The Games Be Live Streamed On Any Device?
You can livestream Thursday Night Football games on Amazon.com or on an Amazon device such as Fire TV and Fire Tablet as well as the following:
If you have Prime Video, you can also access Thursday Night Football matchups via any tablets and smartphones running iOs or Android.
Final Word
Football is a religion in the South. Want to leave the house? Catch all the Saints games at your favorite local bar.
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Officially, 102,212 people packed Tiger Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12 to watch LSU’s thrilling come-from-behind victory over the No. 9-ranked Ole Miss Rebels in overtime.
Here are four positive takeaways from the game:
LSU’s Offense Showed Resiliency
The entire first half was one in which LSU’s offense struggled to get touchdowns. Everytime they approached the 30-yard-line, either a penalty or bad play caused them to attempt a kick, but it didn’t rattle them.
“The way they never blinked,” Tigers Head Coach Brian Kelly told reporters after the game. “They were down viftually the whole game. t/hey just kept playing. There was no frustration. It would have been easy for our offense to get frustrated, not getting touchdowns, but they just kept plodding along.”
LSU’s Defensive Effort Was A+
It’s no doubt that Ole Miss had their chances to blow the game open in the early going. On the first possession, Rebels wide receiver Tre Harris dropped a sure touchdown reception. On the next drive, Ole Miss missed a field goal.
From there, the Tigers defense began to wake up and stop Ole Miss from establishing any type of rhythm for most of the night. Although LSU’s defense gave up 464 total yards, in the second half and overtime combined, Ole Miss could only muster 9 points.
Garrett Nussmeier Had His Worst Game — And Still One
First-year starter Garrett Nussmeier was a horrible 22 of 51 on his passes for the night, constantly throwing into double and triple coverage. He also tossed two costly interceptions — but he also threw three touchdowns.
“I will sit here and say that I probalby had the worst game of my career here tonight. I will openly say that, he told reporters after the game. “The best part about it is I get to learn from it and we got a win.”
It says a lot about a kid and a team that can muster the kind of fight to play through that kind of game, especially trailing except for the very end.
No Sacks Allowed
Although Nussmeier was hurried a handful of times, LSU’s offensive line didn’t allow a sack. Nuss is not fleet of foot, but he evaded passrushers time and time again as the Rebels’ powerful front four swarmed around him.
Conversely, Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart was sacked six times.
Check out LSU’s 2024 football schedule.
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Finding a job is not as easy as it may sound. You do all the work to improve your resume and it goes unnoticed. What can you do?
In this article, we’re going to show you how to make sure your resume gets attention from recruiters and hiring managers.
What Are Recruiters Looking for in a Resume?
Recruiters typically look for several key elements in a resume to quickly assess whether a candidate is a good fit for a role. Here’s what they focus on:
1. Clear, Relevant Experience
- Job Titles & Employers: Recruiters look for previous job titles that align with the open role, ensuring your experience matches the job description.
- Relevant Skills: They expect to see the specific skills needed for the position clearly highlighted in your job duties and accomplishments.
- Career Progression: They want to see a logical progression in your career, showing that you’ve taken on more responsibility over time.
How To Get Recruiters’ Attention With Your Resume
Getting recruiters to respond to your resume requires a mix of strategy, tailoring, and visibility. Here are some effective ways:
1. Tailor Your Resume to Each Job
- Customize your resume for each position by emphasizing relevant experience and skills. Use keywords from the job description to ensure your resume passes Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
2. Use a Professional and Simple Layout
- Keep your resume clean, well-organized, and easy to read. Avoid fancy fonts and graphics that may confuse ATS systems. A clear, structured format can help highlight your strengths.
3. Write a Strong Summary
- Start your resume with a concise, engaging professional summary that captures your key skills, experience, and career goals. Show how you can bring value to the employer.
4. Quantify Your Achievements
- Use numbers and metrics to demonstrate your impact. For example, “Increased sales by 30%,” or “Led a team of 10 employees,” to make your accomplishments stand out.
5. Highlight In-Demand Skills
- Emphasize skills that are in demand for your field. Keep up with industry trends and list any certifications, software proficiencies, or relevant technical skills that can set you apart.
6. Leverage Keywords
- Recruiters often search for specific terms related to the job. Identify and include these keywords throughout your resume (in the experience, skills, and summary sections) to increase the likelihood of your resume being found.
7. Include a Strong Cover Letter
- Attach a personalized cover letter with your application. Use this space to explain why you’re a great fit for the company and how your skills align with their needs.
- Here’s an example: Dear [Hiring Manager’s Name],
- I am writing to express my interest in the [Job Title] position at [Company Name] as advertised on [Where You Found the Job Posting]. With [X] years of experience in [Your Field/Industry] and a proven track record of [mention a specific achievement or skill], I am confident that my background and skills closely align with the goals of your team.
8. Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile
- Many recruiters will check your LinkedIn profile after you add a resume. Ensure it’s up-to-date and consistent with your resume. Use a professional photo and write a compelling headline. Be active on the platform by engaging with posts in your field or joining groups.
9. Follow Up
- After submitting your resume, follow up with the recruiter or hiring manager within a week. A polite email expressing continued interest in the position can help keep your name top of mind.
10. Network and Get Referrals
- Networking is one of the most powerful ways to get noticed. Attend industry events, join professional groups, or connect with current employees of the company you’re applying to. A referral can significantly boost your chances of getting a recruiter’s attention.
Following these tips can increase the likelihood of recruiters responding to your resume and helping you stand out in the competitive job market.
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The 2024 hurricane season in the Atlantic Badin is shaping up to be a doozy.
The season’s activity is affected by climate patterns such as El Niño and La Niña, which could account for warmer temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean this hurricane season.
For 2024, forecasts suggest that the Atlantic might experience a moderate to high level of activity, depending on the prevailing sea surface temperatures and atmospheric conditions.
When Is Hurricane Season?
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30 each year. During that time, warm weather creates tropical or subtropical storms in the North Atlantic Ocean.
The months when hurricanes are most likely to form — what weather experts call “peak season” — is between late August through September. That’s when you get sea surface temperatures conducive to the formation of cyclones. The historic Hurricane Katrina crashed through New Orleans and the Gulf Coast in 2005.
The named storms for the 2024 hurricane season are:
- Alberto
- Beryl
- Chris
- Debby
- Ernesto
- Francine
- Gordon
- Helene
- Isaac
- Joyce
- Kirk
- Leslie
- Milton
- Nadine
- Oscar
- Patty
- Rafeal
- Oscar
- Tony
- Valerie
- William
Of those storms, so far only hurricane Beryl hit the United States, raking parts of Florida and Georgia before lashing South Carolina.
How To Stay Safe
- Stay inside your home and away from windows and glass doors.
- Close all interior doors and brace all external doors.
- Take shelter in a small interior room like a closet or hallway in the basement or lower level of your home.
- If flooding occurs, get out of the basement or lowest level of your home and take refuge on higher ground.
Stay Up To Date
New Orleans features a robust communications system that keeps residents abreast of the major storms. To stay in the know, all you have to do is sign up for the city’s emergency text messaging system.
To do so, text NOLAREADY to 77295. For Spanish notifications, text ESP to 77295.
Final Word
As a top-tier convention city, New Orleans is known for its many festivals, parties and events. Is the city safe? Of course. That also means that Nola is also a top travel destination.
Want real-time tips on how to save when you’re on a trip? Read our Travel Savings Guide.
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If you’re looking for a job, a “Help wanted” sign may seem like a great thing, but an endless abyss of resume-submitting without results can lower your confidence.
The truth is that you have to put some work in to snag some employment in the office or as a remote worker.
In this article, I’m going to share some steps to finding a job in New Orleans.
How To Find Employment Right Now
If you’re looking for a job, there’s good news in bad news, when it comes to the local economy in New Orleans.
Tailor Your Resume: Even if you don’t have direct work experience, highlight any relevant skills, coursework, volunteer work, or personal projects that demonstrate your abilities and dedication.
Acquire Remote-Friendly Skills: Invest time in developing skills that are in demand for remote work, such as digital marketing, graphic design, web development, writing, and language proficiency.
Try Freelancing and Getting A Gig: Consider freelancing on sites like Upwork or Fiverr. Building a portfolio and receiving positive reviews can help you establish credibility.
Networking: Leverage your personal and online networks to inquire about remote job opportunities. Sometimes, referrals from people you know can open doors even without experience.
What is The Best Way To Search For A Job?
The best way to search for a job is to leverage your contacts. Optimize your social media accounts so that you look professional and oriented toward the job you want. Remove any posts that you would have to explain to an employer.
You also want to inquire about job fairs and staffing agencies in your area. Oftentimes, they know where the jobs are and can provide insight on local employers.
Let’s go over some steps you need to take to find a job right now.
1. Job Search Online
The days of grabbing a Sunday newspaper and scouring the help wanted ads are (mostly) over. These days, the way to find a job is to do so online.
While you could search the individual career pages of the company websites you’re most interested in, the easiest way to job search is to visit the best job search sites.
Indeed.com is a great place to look, but so is Monster.com and CareerBulder.com.
2. Get Your Resume Spruced Up
One of the top ways to attract hiring managers and recruiters is to have a resume that works for you. If your resume is dated, take some time to fix it up.
You can also pay to get your resume improved by a professional who does that sort of thing. You can find someone who specializes in resumes on the following sites:
3. Network
Are you a good networker? If you’re looking for work, it’s essential that you tap into your network i.e. the people you know or come across.
Contrary to popular belief, your network doesn’t have to be your close friends, but associates who you know.
Some areas that you can network in are:
4. Take Advantage Of LinkedIn
If you’re not utilizing LinkedIn, you’re missing out on a great way to attract employers. The website is filled with professionals referring one another to high-paying job opportunities and recruiters looking for the right people.
You can use your time wisely on the site by making connections in the fields you’re strongest in or want to get a job in. You can also connect to hiring managers and people who work for the companies you’re interested in.
Final Word
The best way to search for a job is to take advantage of the people in your life. Think about where you worship, where you shop and those that you know. Oftentimes, those people will know someone who’s hiring and can refer you.
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Recent research conducted by personal injury attorneys at Premier Law Group has revealed that Louisiana is ranked as the most stressful state for work, receiving a score of 73.8 out of 100.
In contrast, Minnesota is identified as the least stressful state with a score of 32.6.
The study analyzed workplace data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Census Bureau, assessing various factors that contribute to overall working conditions, including average hourly earnings, working hours, injury rates, unemployment rates, commute times, and the availability of remote work.
States with the Highest Workplace Stress
Louisiana tops the list for workplace stress with a score of 73.8. This state records the longest average workweek in the nation, with employees working an average of 36.5 hours per week.
The average hourly wage stands at $28.98, which is 14.3% below the national average. Only 6.2% of workers in Louisiana have the option to telecommute.
Commuters face an average travel time of 26 minutes to reach their workplaces, and the state’s unemployment rate is at 3.9%. Furthermore, Louisiana has a fatal work injury rate of 6.4 per 100,000 workers, which is 32.7% higher than the national average.
West Virginia ranks second for the most stressful workplaces, scoring 71.1. The state has an injury rate that is 58.1% higher than the U.S. average, at 6.8 per 100,000 workers, and offers the second-lowest hourly earnings, at $28.66. Unemployment is 13% above the national average, and 6.9% of employees have the option to work from home. Workers also work an average of 35.3 hours per week.
Mississippi, with a score of 69.2 out of 100, places third in the study. The state has the lowest percentage of employees working from home at just 4.5% and offers the lowest hourly wages at $26.74. Additionally, Mississippi has the third-highest injury rate in the U.S., with 6.9 incidents per 100,000 workers.
Rounding out the list of the most stressful states, Kentucky ranks fourth with a score of 64.1, followed by Nevada at 61.6, Arkansas at 58.7, Texas at 58.5, South Carolina at 57.9, New Mexico at 56.2, and Tennessee at 56.0.
States Where Stress at Work is Lowest
Minnesota leads the rankings for the least stressful workplaces, scoring 32.6 out of 100. The state averages a workweek of 33 hours and an hourly wage of $37.51, which is 13.1% above the national average. Additionally, 13.6% of employees work from home, while those who commute average just 23.3 minutes. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, and Minnesota has a notably low fatal work injury rate of 2.8 per 100,000 workers—53.5% lower than the national average.
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You’ve heard about strong storms during hurricane season, but you might be wondering how powerful can those storms get.
Do Category 6 Hurricanes Exist?
According to measurable weather models, a category 6 hurricane doesn’t exist.
A Category 6 hurricane would theoretically be a classification for hurricanes stronger than those currently categorized under the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, which only goes up to Category 5.
On this scale, a Category 5 hurricane has sustained winds of 157 mph (252 km/h) or higher, but there’s no official Category 6 designation.
However, some scientists and meteorologists have speculated about the need for a Category 6 classification as climate change has led to the possibility of more extreme storms.
This would be for hurricanes with winds far exceeding the 157 mph mark, potentially around 180 mph or higher. These hypothetical storms would cause catastrophic damage.
How Many Category 5 Storms Have Been in the Atlantic?
there have been 39 recorded Category 5 hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean. These storms are the most intense on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, with sustained winds of 157 mph (252 km/h) or greater.
Some notable Category 5 hurricanes include:
- Hurricane Andrew (1992)
- Hurricane Katrina (2005)
- Hurricane Irma (2017)
- Hurricane Maria (2017)
- Hurricane Dorian (2019)
Category 5 storms are rare but devastating, and the number has increased somewhat in recent decades, possibly due to warmer ocean temperatures.
