Spencer Chrisman

WAFB Digital Content Producer

Baton Rouge, La

Spencer Chrisman is a native of Walker, Louisiana who is returning to the media world after a 5-year absences.

He started working in media in 2011 with KALB in Alexandria, Louisiana as a multimedia journalist, and helped cover the LSU football team in the 2011 SEC Championship Game.

Spencer has been part of the WAFB team before as an intern with the 9Sports in 2012. He has recently worked as a freelancer helping shoot local high school football for Sportsline Friday Night, and a producer for 9Sports Extra.

Contact Spencer via email at spencer.chrisman@wafb.com.

Education:

Louisiana College: Major Print/Broadcast Journalism
Walker High School

Recent Articles by Spencer

REPORT: Taysom Hill to miss game vs. Bucs

The New Orleans Saints will be without two key piece on offense heading into Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Published 8:25 AM at 8:25 AM

REPORT: LSU senior LB Ray Thornton has entered the transfer portal

LSU senior outside linebacker Ray Thornton has entered the transfer portal.

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Published January 12, 2021 at 1:07 PM

Pels at Mavericks game postponed due to COVID-19

The New Orleans Pelicans game at the Dallas Mavericks has been postponed tonight due to COVID-19.

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Published January 11, 2021 at 9:52 PM

LSU’s top target for DC, Marcus Freeman, chooses Notre Dame

LSU is still in the market for a defensive coordinator to replace Bo Pelini. Notre Dame announced Marcus Freeman will be the new defensive coordinator for the Fighting Irish.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 5:30 PM

LSU senior WR Jontre Kirklin returning for another season

The Tigers received more good news for the offense as senior wide receiver Jontre Kirklin announced via Instagram that he would be returning for another season.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 4:03 PM

The LSU Tigers have added four-star cornerback JaDarian Rhym for the class of 2022.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 2:49 PM

LSU-Missouri game postponed due to COVID-19, LSU will play at Ole Miss

The LSU men’s basketball game against the Missouri Tigers that was scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 9, has been postponed due to COVID-19.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 1:56 PM

Vikings star WR Jefferson named Second Team All-Pro, finalist for Rookie of the Year

Former star LSU wide receiver Justin Jefferson’s first year in the NFL has been one for the record books, as he’s continued to make a name for himself in his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings.

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Published January 8, 2021 at 1:51 PM

LSU hires Panthers QB coach Jake Peetz as OC, Mangas as passing game coordinator

LSU has filled its vacant offensive coordinator position once held by Steve Ensminger.

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Published January 6, 2021 at 12:11 PM

Orgeron: LSU All-SEC Freshman TE Arik Gilbert has officially entered transfer portal

LSU All-SEC Freshman tight end Arik Gilbert has officially entered the NCAA Transfer Portal, head coach Ed Orgeron said during an interview with 104.5 ESPN Radio on Tuesday, Jan. 5.

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Published January 5, 2021 at 2:35 PM

REPORT: Freeman, Peetz to interview for LSU coordinators

With the NFL and college football season all but over, minus the playoffs and National Championship game, LSU head coach Ed Orgeron will begin the interview process to replace half of the on-field coaching staff.

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Published January 4, 2021 at 10:11 AM

LSU senior DE Andre Anthony returning for another season

LSU football has done a nice job lately re-recruiting its roster and making sure veteran players return. Senior defensive end Andre Anthony announced via Twitter that he would be returning for another season in Baton Rouge.

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Published January 3, 2021 at 8:25 PM

Former LSU WR Justin Jefferson sets NFL record for receiving yards by a rookie

Former LSU star wide receiver Justin Jefferson set an NFL record for most receiving yards by a rookie with the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Jan. 3.

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Published January 3, 2021 at 8:25 PM

LSU punter Von Rosenberg to enter NFL Draft

LSU senior punter Zach Von Rosenberg announced on Sunday, Jan. 3 via Twitter that he would be forgoing his sixth year of eligibility to enter the NFL Draft.

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Published January 3, 2021 at 1:09 PM

LSU ranks No. 7 in Collegiate Baseball Preseason Poll

The LSU Tigers baseball team is ranked No. 7 in the 2021 Collegiate Baseball Preseason Poll that was released on Monday, Dec. 21.

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Published December 21, 2020 at 1:25 PM

4-star LB Raesjon Davis decommits from LSU

Four-star linebacker Raesjon Davis, one of LSU’s top rated commits for the class of 2021 announced via Twitter on Monday, Dec. 21 that he has decommitted from the Tigers.

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Published December 21, 2020 at 12:39 PM

REPORT: Chiefs’ Edwards-Helaire out for remainder of regular season; hopes to return for playoffs

Former LSU star running back and now Kansas City rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire will miss the remainder of the regular season with hopes that he can return for the playoffs, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

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Published December 21, 2020 at 9:44 AM

REPORT: Michael Thomas ruled out for Sunday’s game against Chiefs

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

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Published December 18, 2020 at 3:27 PM

LSU QB Max Johnson and kicker Cade York named SEC Players of the Week

After LSU’s 37-34 upset win over No. 6 Florida on Saturday in Gainesville, true freshman quarterback Max Johnson and sophomore kicker Cade York have been named Southeastern Conference Players of the Week.

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Published December 14, 2020 at 11:21 AM

Top four teams remain the same in both college football polls; Gators fall to No. 11

The Crimson Tide and Fighting Irish still remain the top two teams in both major college football polls, followed by Ohio State and Clemson and Texas A&M moves to No. 5.

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Published December 13, 2020 at 1:15 PM

LSU LB Jabril Cox named semifinalist for Butkus Award

LSU senior linebacker Jabril Cox has been named one of 16 semifinalists for the Butkus Award, which goes to the best linebacker in college football.

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Published November 30, 2020 at 9:44 AM

LSU WR Terrace Marshall Jr. confirms he’s opting out of the 2020 season; declares for 2021 NFL Draft

LSU junior wide receiver Terrace Marshall Jr. is opting out of the remainder of the 2020 college football season and has declared for the 2021 NFL Draft.

Spencer Chrisman

Published November 29, 2020 at 2:42 PM

REPORT: Pro-Bowl LT Armstead out for game against Broncos after positive COVID-19 test

The New Orleans Saints will be without another starting offensive lineman on Sunday, when the Saints take on the Denver Broncos.

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Published November 28, 2020 at 1:17 PM

LSU to host Bama Dec. 5; Ole Miss game to be rescheduled

The LSU and Alabama game that was originally scheduled for Nov. 14, but was postponed due to a COVID-19 outbreak within the Tigers football program may finally have a tentative date to make-up that game, according to a report from The Advocate newspaper.

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Published November 27, 2020 at 2:47 PM

REPORT: Joe Burrow suffers torn ACL, MCL; tweets ‘See ya next year’

Former LSU Tiger and current Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has injured his knee and was carted off.

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Published November 23, 2020 at 1:41 PM

The LSU Tigers have landed another huge commitment for the class of 2021, just one week after the No. 1 safety in the nation, Sage Ryan, committed to the Tigers.

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Published November 7, 2020 at 3:49 PM

Lunch with Coach O: LSU enters bye week before match up against Bama

LSU head coach Ed Orgeron is scheduled to meet with the media for his weekly Zoom press conference at 12:30 p.m. to recap the Tigers loss

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Published November 2, 2020 at 5:47 PM

Clemson and Bama remain atop both major college football polls

Clemson and Alabama have kept their top spots as the top two teams in the nation, while previously No. 3 ranked Georgia dropped to No. 4 after their loss to the Crimson Tide on Saturday.

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Published October 18, 2020 at 1:05 PM

First SEC football game postponed due to COVID-19

The first Southeastern Conference football game for the 2020 season has been postponed due to COVID-19.

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Published October 12, 2020 at 2:56 PM

REPORT: Michael Thomas out Monday night vs. Chargers, not injury related

New Orleans Saints' wide receiver Michael Thomas will not play in the game Monday night against the Los Angeles Chargers. Thomas will not miss the game due to his ankle injury.

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Published October 11, 2020 at 4:11 PM

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