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  • Former LSU star Leonard Fournette OK after car catches on fire

    June 27, 2023 7:38 PM

    TAMPA - Former LSU football standout Leonard Fournette escaped unharmed on Tuesday after his vehicle caught fire on a highway in Tampa. Fournette -- whose NFL career has recently included time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers -- posted an Instagram video showing the burned remains of his SUV, with... more »
  • Jaguars waive former No. 4 pick Leonard Fournette

    August 31, 2020 9:20 AM

    The Jacksonville Jaguars waived running back Leonard Fournette, according to the NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. Fournette had been selected to play a major role on the team, but his efficiency didn't live up to the draft status. The NFL reports that in 2019, Fournette rushed for 1,152 yards on... more »
  • All in the family Play Video

    April 6, 2017 2:03 PM

    BATON ROUGE - While NFL hopefuls were running drills for scouts on Wednesday at LSU's pro day, anxious parents watched from the stands at the LSU indoor practice facility, hoping their sons' dreams come true late this month. "He loves the game, and I told him if you have... more »
  • LSU's Fournette says he's sitting out the Citrus Bowl

    December 16, 2016 2:40 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Leonard Fournette will not play another game at LSU. Fournette addressed the media Friday afternoon at LSU Football Ops. “I wouldn’t want to be at any other school,” Fournette said. “LSU is forever in my heart.” Leonard Fournette: "I wouldn't want to be... more »
  • LSU's Fournette named Doak Walker semifinalist

    November 16, 2016 4:33 PM

    BATON ROUGE – LSU junior running back Leonard Fournette has been named as one of the 10 semifinalists for the Doak Walker Award. Fournette is one of seven juniors to be named a semifinalist for the award which goes to the nation's top running back. Fournette is also a... more »
  • Miles: Fournette out of walking boot, will practice on Thursday

    August 24, 2016 12:27 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU Coach Les Miles has confirmed via Twitter that running back Leonard Fournette is out of his walking boot and was “running today” after he was briefly sidelined during fall camp with an ankle sprain. Confirming what he mentioned after Tuesday’s final fall scrimmage, Miles suggested... more »
  • LSU says video of Fournette 'street fight' just horseplay

    August 10, 2016 4:16 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU says an apparent Tuesday brawl involving star running back Leonard Fournette and another player is an instance of locker room antics taken out of context. Video of the "fight" between Fournette and offensive lineman Garrett Brumfield surfaced on social media on Wednesday afternoon and was... more »
  • Fournette joins Shaq, 'Pistol' Pete by winning second Corbett Award

    July 28, 2016 11:48 AM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU running back Leonard Fournette has claimed the Corbett Award for the second time in three years. The award is presented annually to the most outstanding amateur male and female athletes in the state. Fournette will be presented with the award on Saturday, Aug. 6... more »
  • LSU's Fournette tops SI.com list of Top 100 college football players

    July 12, 2016 11:42 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Sports Illustrated reported that LSU star running back Leonard Fournette is No. 1 among college football players Top 100 Players. LSU's No. 7 came in at No. 1 on the list which featured four other Tigers including cornerback Tre’Davious White, center Ethan Pocic, safety Jamal Adams... more »
  • LSU RB Fournette shares selfie to show support for Alton Sterling

    July 7, 2016 3:21 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU star running back Leonard Fournette has made his thoughts on the recent shooting of a man by Baton Rouge Police apparent via social media after he posted an image of himself wearing a Sterling shirt on Thursday. The selfie went up on Twitter around 1... more »
  • Fournette receives 2015-16 SEC Sportsmanship Award

    June 16, 2016 12:10 PM

    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - LSU’s record-setting running back, Leonard Fournette, has been named the men’s recipient of the 2015-16 SEC Sportsmanship Award, according to a Thursday announcement from the league. Fournette joins the women’s winner Lloydricia Cameron of the Florida track & field team and the Kentucky Wildcat Volleyball team... more »
  • Leonard Fournette claims NCAA rushing title

    January 12, 2016 11:57 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Even after LSU's football season has ended, Leonard Fournette continues to impress. The standout sophomore was named the 2015 NCAA rushing champion after racking up an average of 162.8 yards per game this season. Fournette's most recent achievement makes him the first player in LSU history to lead... more »
  • Tonight's sold-out Texas Bowl features battle of explosive offenses Play Video

    December 29, 2015 4:24 PM

    HOUSTON - Offensive fireworks are expected tonight as contrasting styles of moving the football meet on the gridiron at NRG Stadium for the now sold-out 10th-annual AdvoCare Texas Bowl. No. 20 LSU and breakout star running back Leonard Fournette will collide with Texas Tech and their top-rated passing offense.... more »
  • Five LSU Tigers earn Coaches' All-SEC Recognition

    December 8, 2015 3:35 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Running back Leonard Fournette and right tackle Vadal Alexander are part of a group of five LSU Tigers who were picked for the Southeastern Conference Coaches’ All-SEC Teams, according to the conference Tuesday. Joining Fournette and Alexander are junior center Ethan Pocic, junior cornerback Tre’Davious White... more »
  • LSU insiders liken Fournette report to clickbait

    November 5, 2015 10:07 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU insiders are writing off a report about Leonard Fournette's family pushing the envelope of collegiate sports rules with a business venture. Thursday, USA Today published a story about Fournette's parents and an associate putting plans for an online merchandise outlet on hold. According to the... more »
  • Fournette's jersey auction begins Saturday

    November 3, 2015 9:19 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The auction for LSU running back Leonard Fournette's game jersey, that he wore during LSU's win over South Carolina begins Saturday. Fournette announced after the game in October , he would auction the jersey to raise money for South Carolina flood vicitms. Record rainfall prompted flooding... more »
  • SI cover compares Fournette to football greats

    October 13, 2015 12:50 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Sports Illustrated featured LSU running back Leonard Fournette on their cover this week, highlighting his efforts to lead LSU to a 5-0 start while also bringing back up a controversial question. "As a sophomore, Fournette now faces the intriguing option of sitting out his junior season... more »
  • Fournette: 'I'm happy' with plans to donate jersey sales proceeds Play Video

    October 12, 2015 11:20 PM

    BATON ROUGE - During player interviews Monday night, LSU's Leonard Fournette briefly mentioned his plan to sell his purple jersey worn during Saturday's game and donate the proceeds to charity. "I'm happy," Fournette said of how plans have unfolded. Fournette announced he wanted to auction his jersey in a... more »
  • LSU making plans to auction Fournette's jersey Play Video

    October 12, 2015 7:24 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Everyone knows that Leonard Fournette is talented on the field, but not everyone knows Leonard, the person. After Saturday's game, the Heisman favorite announced his contribution to South Carolina, which caught everyone by surprise. "I would like to auction off my game jersey as is... more »
  • Fournette on sitting out 2016: 'I'm drowning with my brothers' Play Video

    September 30, 2015 12:07 PM

    BATON ROUGE - SEC defensive units should be warned: Leonard Fournette's not going anywhere. LSU's record-setting running back responded late Tuesday to an NBC Sports article suggesting he sit out the 2016 season to avoid injuring himself and hurting his NFL potential. He says that isn't in the cards.... more »
  • Fournette runs away with SEC award for third week

    September 28, 2015 12:14 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU running back Leonard Fournette earned the Southeastern Conference's Player of the Week award for the third straight week, the conference announced Monday. Fournette is leading the nation in rushing right now with 210.3 yards per game. He put up a career-high 244 rushing yards and... more »
  • LSU moves up to #8 in AP Poll

    September 21, 2015 10:11 AM

    BATON ROUGE- The LSU Tigers moved up to #8 in the Associated Press football poll with their 45-21 victory over Auburn on Saturday. The Tigers were also received one vote for first place. Other schools that also received first place votes include Ohio State (42), Michigan (7) and Ole Miss... more »
  • Auburn safety provides bulletin board material for Fournette, LSU

    September 16, 2015 12:51 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Auburn safety Rudy Ford will now have to back up strong words this weekend, as he said on Tuesday that "it shouldn't be difficult," to stop LSU running back Leonard Fournette when the two teams meet on Saturday. Ford had said previously in the interview that... more »

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