Source: UL’s Howard to see specialist for oblique injury

By Matt Moscona

Louisiana quarterback Walker Howard will miss Saturday’s game with an undisclosed injury, head coach Michael Desormeaux confirmed Thursday. Redshirt freshman Daniel Beale will make his first career start in Howard’s place.

Head Football Coach Michael Desormeaux announces starting quarterback Walker Howard will not be able to suit up this Saturday.

I’ll have more from him later @YourNews15 pic.twitter.com/klEFeooJyU

— TV’s Wil Herren (@TVs_Wil_Herren) September 3, 2025

Sources tell LouisianaSports.net that Howard injured his oblique on a rushing attempt in the fourth quarter. He attempted to return to the game, but could not continue. Howard will see a specialist in Birmingham, Ala., Thursday to determine the severity of his injury.

Beale will be making his first career start but made three appearaces for the Cajuns in 2024. The Catholic (BR) product led the Bears to three state championships and earned All-State and Offensive MVP honors as a senior in 2023.

Howard began his career at LSU before transferring to Ole Miss where he spent the past two seasons. He won the starting job for his hometown Ragin’ Cajuns and made his first career start Saturday against Rice.

The Cajuns play McNeese Saturday at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium.